---
title: "Guantanamero"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/guantanamero-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 116538
imdb_id: "tt0490080"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 4.0
vote_count: 7
content_rating: "R"
---

# Guantanamero (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/guantanamero-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Guantanamero is a 2007 fantasy, drama, and mystery film directed for a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes. The story follows Ali, who awakens sick and disoriented on a deserted beach after a violent storm, knowing that pursuers are looking for him. Local Cuban Ivan brings Ali to the Havana apartment of his sister Manuela, a dancer who overcomes her initial apprehension to shelter the mysterious stranger. 

As Ali battles illness and paranoia, he is plagued by haunting nightmares depicting the horror of the interrogation room at Guantanamo, alongside startling visions connecting his past and present life. The film blends elements of fantasy, drama, and mystery to examine trauma and survival against a Cuban backdrop. Released in the United States on November 23, 2007, the R-rated feature explores psychological distress and secretive journeys.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A disoriented survivor of a violent storm washes ashore and finds refuge in Havana."

### Why Watch
- Follows a disoriented man named Ali as he navigates a strange beach and must keep moving because they will be looking for him.
- Features a local Cuban named Ivan who takes Ali to the apartment of his dancer sister, Manuela.
- Explores Ali's haunting nightmares and startling visions that link his past and present life to the horrors of Guantanamo.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Manuela is initially apprehensive about taking in a tormented stranger on her doorstep.
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a tense and mysterious tone as a sick and disoriented survivor evades unseen pursuers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #deserted-beach, #havana-apartment, #haunting-nightmares, #interrogation-room, #mysterious-stranger, #storm-survivor

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Vicente Peñarrocha
- **Networks / Studios**: NDF International, Montfort Producciones, Arritmia Ltd.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rupert Evans** as *Ali / Jeb*
- **Natalia Verbeke** as *Manuela*
- **Derek Jacobi** as *Guido*
- **Erica Prior** as *Interrogator*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Guantanamero (2007)?
Streaming availability is listed on platforms like The Movie Database (TMDB), though specific current providers are subject to change.

### Q: Is Guantanamero worth watching?
It is worth watching if you are interested in a mystery drama involving a storm survivor navigating haunting flashbacks and Cuban refuge.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
Guantanamero is classified under the fantasy, drama, and mystery genres.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Guantanamero — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/116538)
- [Guantanamero (2007) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0490080/fullcredits/)
- [Guantanamero (2007) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/116538-arritmia/cast)
- [Guantanamero (2007) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/guantanamero/credits)
- [Guantanamero - Cast & Crew - Flickchart](https://www.flickchart.com/movie/guantanamero/credits)
- [Guantanamero Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/guantanamero/20024546/credits/)

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