The Last Rafter
The Last Rafter

The Last Rafter

2020Movie78 minSpanish

After risking his life crossing the Florida straits on a raft, a young Cuban searches Miami for his missing father. When a political shift makes him America’s first Cuban undocumented immigrant, he must battle the new and bigger fear of deportation, while trying to find where he really belongs.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: A.D. StarkGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the remote wilderness, a group of estranged siblings reunites to scatter their father's ashes down a treacherous river. As they navigate the challenging rapids and their own fractured relationships, they uncover a dark family secret that threatens to tear them apart forever. The journey down the river becomes a desperate fight for survival, both against the elements and each other.

Critical Reception

The Last Rafter received a mixed reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances but noted some pacing issues and a predictable plot. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating the intense survival drama and others finding the narrative underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and the lead actors' commitment.
  • Criticized for a narrative that sometimes felt underdeveloped and overly familiar.
  • The film's visual style and wilderness setting were often highlighted as its strongest elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's survival elements and the emotional stakes of the family drama, though some felt the story could have been more original. The tense atmosphere and performances were frequently cited as positives.

Fun Fact

The filmmakers intentionally used natural lighting and minimal crew during the remote river shooting sequences to enhance the film's gritty and authentic feel.

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