I think the film The Habanera makes the audience question what kind of hero that they want. Don Pedro appeals to one side of us; he is the dark, foreign man who is new and different. He is sensual and dashing, and has an air of danger and excitement about him. Sierck films him in shadow, with his eyes always glistening and narrow. He is a character and a hero that we can’t quite trust. Meanwhile, Sven is the alter ego hero. He is genuine and steadfast, as seen in his return to Puerto Rico to bring Astree home. He uses his intellect to save Puerto Rico from the fever, and is the picture of Aryan supremacy.
Viewers can see the attraction of both. However, it is clear to the viewer which hero is better in fantasy and which is better in “real” life. 10 years after the initial attraction, we see Don Pedro’s passion turn on Astree in his tearing at her clothes. Meanwhile, Sven is the savior of people, and also succeeds in bring Astree home to Sweden as it is whats best for her, even as she mourns.
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