The Mambo Kings

"With a suitcase full of song, Hearts filled with passion, two brothers come to America in search of a dream."

Feb 28 1992 R 1h 44m
Drama, Music

The Mambo Kings tells the story of César and Nestor Castillo, brothers and aspiring musicians who flee from Cuba to America in search of the American Dream.

Plot

Musician brothers Cesar and Nestor leave Cuba for America in the 1950s, hoping to hit the top of the Latin music scene. Cesar is the older brother, the business manager, and the ladies' man. Nestor is the brooding songwriter, who cannot forget the woman in Cuba who broke his heart.

Written by

Oscar Hijuelos, Cynthia Cidre

Directed by

Arne Glimcher

Production Countries

France, United States of America

Production Companies

Alcor Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, Regency Enterprises, Canal+

Languages

English, Italiano, Español

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
6,104
Average Rating
6.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
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