Stars visit Havana amid U.S.-Cuba thaw

July 31, 2009 When asked if he and his pals might make a movie on the communist-led island, Del Toro told reporters: "That depends on the governments, on the American government." Because of the long-standing U.S. trade embargo against Cuba, Americans have been forbidden, with some exceptions, from visiting the island or doing most business there. Hollywood stars such as Robert Redford, Arnold Schwarzenegger and director Steven Spielberg have come to Cuba in the past but cultural exchanges slowed due to restrictions imposed by former U.S. President George W. Bush.

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