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Platanero

2025Juan Frank Hernandez
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Ti-Frè and Gran-Frè, two brothers of Haitian origin living in a Dominican Republic shantytown, struggle daily to survive. On a full moon night, desperation pushes them to steal from a plantation, where a mysterious beast prowls in the shadows of the banana trees.

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What is Platanero (2025) about?

Ti-Frè and Gran-Frè, two brothers of Haitian origin living in a Dominican Republic shantytown, struggle daily to survive. On a full moon night, desperation pushes them to steal from a plantation, where a mysterious beast prowls in the shadows of the banana trees.

Who stars in Platanero?

Platanero stars Stanley Exantus (Ti-Frè), Irdens Exantus (Gran-Frè), Jonathan Saint-Armand (San-Je), Ramón Emilio Candelario (Amadito), José María Cabral (El Jefe). The film was directed by Juan Frank Hernandez.

How long is Platanero?

Platanero has a runtime of 25 min and premiered in 2025. It is rated N/A.

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