Memorias del subdesarrollo

May 17 1973 Not Rated 1h 37m
Drama

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?

Plot

Sergio (Sergio Corrieri), through his life following the departure of his wife, parents and friends in the wake of the Bay of Pigs incident. Alone in a brave new world, Sergio observes the constant threat of foreign invasion while chasing young women all over Havana before finally meeting Elena (Daisy Granados), a young virgin girl he seeks to mould into the image of his ex-wife, but at what cost to himself?

Written by

Edmundo Desnoes, Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Directed by

Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Cast

Sergio Corrieri, Daisy Granados, Eslinda Núñez

Crew

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Production Countries

Cuba

Production Companies

ICAIC, Cuban State Film

Languages

Español, English

Awards

2 wins & 2 nominations

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Average Rating
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