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Memories of Underdevelopment (1968)

Memories of Underdevelopment (1968)

Drama
Release Date: 1968, August 19
Directors: Tomás Gutiérrez Alea
Countries: Cuba
Production: ICAIC, ICAIC, Cuban State Film, Cuban State Film
Cast: Eslinda Núñez, Daisy Granados, René de la Cruz, Sergio Corrieri, René Depestre, Omar Valdés

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?

Keywords:

cuba