The Legend of Cocaine Island

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The Legend of Cocaine Island is a true crime documentary released in 2019. The film tells the story of Rodney Hyden's quest to find buried treasure reportedly worth $2 million on a small island off the coast of Puerto Rico. This treasure is rumored to be a stash of cocaine hidden by drug smugglers in the 1980s during the height of the drug trade. As the plot unfolds, Hyden gathers a group of eclectic accomplices to assist him in the risky and potentially dangerous hunt for the buried treasure.

Making / Production

The Legend of Cocaine Island was directed by Theo Love. The documentary features a mix of reenactments and interviews with the real people involved in the events. The film was shot on location in Florida, Puerto Rico, and on the Caribbean island where the treasure is said to be buried.

Actors

• Rodney Hyden - Portrayed himself in the documentary.
• Carol Hyden - Portrayed herself (Rodney's wife).
• Andy Culpepper - Played a key role in the treasure hunt.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Legend of Cocaine Island was inspired by a 2015 Esquire article titled "The Great Cocaine Treasure Hunt" by writer Joshua Davis.
• The documentary blends elements of humor with a serious exploration of the consequences of chasing after seemingly impossible dreams.

Awards

The Legend of Cocaine Island received critical acclaim for its storytelling and unique twist on the true crime genre. While it did not win any major awards, it garnered attention for its original storytelling approach.

Quotes

• "Sometimes desperate people do desperate things." - Rodney Hyden
• "The allure of buried treasure is universal." - Andy Culpepper

Music, Soundtrack

• The documentary features a mix of original score and licensed music to enhance the storytelling.
• The soundtrack includes songs that capture the adventurous and mysterious tones of the treasure hunt.