Memories of Underdevelopment

Memories of Underdevelopment

7.2IMDb Score
Released:1968-08-19
Genre:Drama
Duration:99 min
Country:Cuba
Director:Tomás Gutiérrez Alea
Actors:Sergio Corrieri, Daisy Granados, Eslinda Núñez, Omar Valdés, René de la Cruz
Production:ICAIC, Cuban State Film
Keywords:cuba

Overview:

In the aftermath of the Bay of Pigs incident, Sergio chooses to stay behind in Cuba while his wife and family escape to neighboring Miami. Alone in a brave new world, Sergio observes the constant threat of foreign invasion while chasing young women all over Havana. He finally meets Elena, a young girl he seeks to mould into the image of his ex-wife, but at what cost to himself?

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