Juana and Cande: A Dominican Family Portrait (Full Documentary)

This documentary film by Juana and Cande: A Dominica Family Portrait, by Adam Taub, shares the story of a married couple and their family, living in the countryside of The Dominican Republic. The documentary and Dominican movie is a resource for students and teachers of Spanish, Anthropology, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, & Ethnographic film.
Filmed and Edited by Adam Taub
For information on hosting a presentation of the film or Q&A with the director please contact [e-mail] Copyright 2016 Adam Taub. All Rights Reserved www.bachatacla...

[@luisd1215]

This is why I am Proud to be Dominican!! The Beauty, Happiness, Struggles, Nature, Family. Don't have words to describe what I feel about my country. I can relate a lot to this video, Because me like a lot of people have experience the same as this family. Thanks for the video, And remember one thing. No matter where we are, We don't forget where we came from!!!!

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for sharing these inspiring words with us and for watch the video! I've been so honored to be able to visit, know people and film in the Dominican Republic.

[@raybueno1901]

man you got me in tears I'm grew up in NYC I live here now and I can tell you you the best thing that ever happen to me

[@halseyxo]

As a Dominican American, this documentary makes me proud. I never had the chance to meet my grandparents so this makes me smile. All the wisdom & love Juana & Cande have is truly priceless. What they have is better than any currency or gold!

[@cherylliburd2790]

Wow, what a story and excellent depiction, of life most Caribbean ppl have and are experiencing no matter the language, culture and race. What a beautiful life despite despite not having much materially and financially. Their richness is their family,friends and the land. Many dream to go abroad to foreign countries however the glitz and glamour comes with a hefty price of loosing self, dignity and I dare say humanity. Juana recognizes what matters most and is contented with her few but many blessings. God bless her and her entire family and thank them for sharing 🙏🏽💖☮️🌍

[@theonlyyari]

My father had to study under a street light to go to college, I appreciate his sacrifice to give us all a better life.

[@walteranderson2507]

RIP Sr. Cande. You Sir epitomize, and are a standard bearer, of what a man is supposed to be! I was in Zona Colonia in February with my flaquita Josefina. We were eating a light lunch an saw a older couple enjoying each other. I told her that this is what i desired for us siempre. But after seeing this documentary, Juana and Cande stole the show! I'm gonna forward this to my flaquita to look at. Bless you Story Doc.

[@marcromero2821]

I'm Mexican-American and I loved this film. What a wonderful love story made me cry. Much love to my Latino brothers and sisters in the D.R. May God bless this beautiful familia.

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for your kind words about the story and family Marc!

[@marcromero2821]

@@storydoc2115 You did a wonderful job as a film maker!

[@dpl280]

I love being Dominican i cry watching this documentary, this made me so happy RIP Cande

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for your words and I'm so thankful to have been able to spend time in the Dominican Republic with this family. I spoke on the phone to Joan and Juana yesterday and they are doing well.

[@jennpauyo6906]

So many Beautiful gems dropped!! I love this heartfelt documentary

[@alejo2791]

“The only thing value to a person is honor.” Spoken by a real Latino man that takes care of and loves his family. I’m proud to be Latino and that is what I instilled in my daughter.

[@angelahunter5954]

Beautiful family

[@theonlyyari]

Reminds me of my Grandmother, My father is a great man due to his Roots. I'm greatfilull for experiencing this side of my History & the Memories that were imprinted by them. My father came from a similar place in Samana & my Mother from la Capital/Santo Domingo.

[@titaatal9049]

Beautiful family with such a wonderful story...Senor Cande RIP and thank you for sharing your family with us.

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for watching the film and for sharing your kind words with the family!

[@stoleethatsme]

Thank you so much for taking the time to post this. It was extremely heartfelt, touching, personable, and real. Made me shed a tear. I plan to save and watch again. Thank you again.

[@storydoc2115]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you found it and were touched by the documentary and the family.

[@eo7858]

I'm from the other side of the island. I remember growing up the same way. Once Grandpa started talking about Trujillo. It broke my heart. Because you can see the pain and agony on his face. 😥😥😥

[@frankieartsen3077]

THIS VIDEO TOUCHED THE CORE OF MY SOUL I REALLY LOVED IT

[@yamisarkar91]

Love this. Reminds me some my country family that i love and there simple peacful life. Being from New York , it was a big change but so awesome. Awe, love it. Thus is what i love about the Dominican Republic.❤🇩🇴

[@SJMDronesMedia]

God bless all the family, the Dominican people are truly amazing resilient, hard working. I’ve visited the country as an English tourist for many years, in fact I’m visiting again later this year, again truly beautiful country and people, god bless.

[@CarlosMartinez-di1uu]

EXCELENTE DOCUMENTAL. HACE HONOR A SU TÍTULO. CREO QUE ES EL MEJOR DOCUMENTAL DE LOS ÚLTIMOS DIEZ AÑOS.

[@storydoc2115]

Wow! Muchisimas gracias Carlos por su comentario y linda palabras. Fue un honor a hacer el documental con este familia y todavia estoy en contacto con ellos.

[@CarlosMartinez-di1uu]

@@storydoc2115 Hermano, qué bueno. Tu tienes mucha visión. Tienes que seguir hacia delante, y sobre todo, continuar con este tipo de proyectos, que valen muchísimo la pena. Además, de que son bien atesorados.

[@carlosthomas528]

absolutely beautiful! THANK YOU !

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for your kind words!

[@v.cookiefuentes6775]

Wow, a strong Dominican couple. Reminds me of my grandparents who lived similarly to this. RIP Sr Cande

[@donnafrflorida56]

They are rich in family memories and love.

[@storydoc2115]

Yes, they are! It was such an honor and pleasure to do this documentary with the family and to be welcomed. Thanks so much for watching and for commenting donnaflorida56.

[@gilbertc5558]

A moving documentary, thank you for sharing

[@storydoc2115]

Thank you so much Gilbertc55 5. I really appreciate you watching and your kind words on the doc.

[@raybueno1901]

it took me back to my childhood living with my grandparents 😢😭 I never had the chance to take a photo with none of them 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@dannygomez3531]

This is beautiful, I’m so proud to be Dominican🐐

[@Ernestofeliz]

My people our beautiful 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴💪🏽💪🏽love my island 🏝 dpl💚🍍

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for watching the documentary on Cande y Juana Ernesto! Saludos.

[@marthabradley1266]

This is excellent! Thank you!

[@storydoc2115]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@motoforce7978]

I watched the documentary . I'm from Puerto plata . My family used to own almost all the land where la loma isabel de Torres (cable car ) is located . Santana , martinez , mercado, and medrano. I remember I grew up in a country where electricity was not available, not running water and we have to walk to get to the city for almost 2 hours . That's my childhood memories . My grandma used to take me to pick up the coffee around 5am in the morning so we can hike to the top of the hill . It was very cool and too far . Imagine in my time I was behind Mr candé. He had electricity and we didn't. The main row was right there and we didn't had music . Beautiful family and a real representation of my people .

[@kevintran4229]

This is beautiful

[@Gatorgetfresh]

That was beautiful

[@LaNikiOfficial]

Wao por supuesto I 😢 Cried ❤

[@Danishere1234-y8u]

Amazing culture

[@dannygomez3531]

This was beautiful thank you so much

[@NormaPerez-tc1pw]

OMG! I m so sorry for your loss!! I know not who this man was, but he touched my soul for some reason. I am very much saddened. It's like I lost a very dear family member.

[@mariadejesusgaytanlopez7210]

Que hermosa jente Dios 🙏 bendiga a toda la familia me gusta mucho ver este video lo miro tanto 😊🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@storydoc2115]

Gracias por sus palabras y bendiciones.

[@bigmikecvn71]

very good! familiy is everything. RIP!

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much for your kind words. Yes, they are an amazing family!

[@myradennison5439]

The Family history was beautiful and how people lived. Amazing having 15 children all alive men with extended families 💞🤗🌹🥂

[@storydoc2115]

Thanks so much Myra for watching the film and for your kind words. They are a beautiful family and I'm so thankful to know them.

[@donnafrflorida56]

God bless them

[@elisemiles9531]

I loved watching this

[@storydoc2115]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support Elise!

[@horaciomoronta1165]

To find that much happiness in extreme poverty tell us that may have been searching for the wrong thing. It is not what we own that make us happy, although many of us think it is. It is the love of family and whatever we do for our descendants that will us all very happy.

[@enriquebreton2473]

Dios proteja esa bonita familia ese video me hiso llorar que Dios tenga al señor Candé en la gloria y Dios le de mucha fuerza a su esposa

[@storydoc2115]

Gracias Enrique por sus palabras. Juana todavia esta en buen salud y yo hable con su hijo Joan este semana y ella esta bien. Gracias otra vez

[@none360business6]

💙💙💙💙💙beautiful family how are they now

[@storydoc2115]

Yes they are! I spoke to Juana and her son Joan the other day and they are doing well thanks so much for asking. I would love to post an update on them someday.

[@none360business6]

@@storydoc2115 awwww man great keep them updates coming 🙏🏿🤩😇

[@arnestinaelugio5394]

Que hermosa familia y feliz me gustaría verlos en persona y pasar un día con ellos 😇

[@storydoc2115]

Gracias Arnestina por sus palabras!

[@dannygomez3531]

That lil girl talking about coming to NY and wanting her kids to be American is amazing

[@JM-pn5nu]

Where in D.R. was this? One of the guys sounded like they were from Ocoa or Azua

[@storydoc2115]

This is near Monte Plata

[@vanessasylvester6151]

What a beautiful love story even in hard times. Jesus may Cande spirit rest in your heavenly Kingdom. I pray his wife and family is doing well any update?

[@storydoc2115]

Thank you so much Vanessa for your words and prayers for the family

[@vanessasylvester6151]

@@storydoc2115 your welcome

[@eli.nyc___]

Where are these people now? I wonder if they are alive still. 🇩🇴

[@storydoc2115]

Juana is still living but Cande passed away. Thanks for watching the documentary.

[@donnafrflorida56]

​@@storydoc2115 I rarely smile these days. Our world Smh. This brightened my day

[@YoSoyKayla]

❤️🇩🇴❤️

[@larealsuizanahastalamuerte]

Mi republica que sea desordenado ya no es igual alos 1990

[@luisaroman7108]

Wish people living conditions to be better I ❤ love DR and I love ❤ the USAmy adopted home

[@raybueno1901]

Pero Cande tenia el verdadero Saoko!

[@viviendolavidaconfe.6545]

🤣😂

[@BluntCommittee]

Afro-Latinos

[@donnafrflorida56]

Absolutely beautiful people Inside n out

[@MrShowtime1k]

Beautiful. Reminds me of my grandparents. But we need to tell them kids Jesus is black

[@JM-pn5nu]

I can assure those people aren't worried about skin color. They bear true faith, it is not superficial.

[@ndoroemblem2629]

I don't know how anyone could be enslaved and allow themselves to be called dominican by a european explorer, criminal, genocider and not try to reconcile themselves with their original roots! How could anyone respect them when they are opeerating on the wrong narrative and do not show any disdain for that? If you do not explain, the history, the social, political evolution of that country then this story does not nearly tell their story!

[@lyavirginiaviloriacabrera7331]

What are you even talking about? Can’t we have the pride to our own name? Who was given to us by a priest that fight for taínos liberty? Can’t we have pride of that? Also, are you forgetting that we are not pure blooded taínos, we are combination of Taino and Spanish OUR LANGUAGE BY THE WAY