Memories of Underdevelopment (1968)

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Released:
1968-08-19

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?

Director:
Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Runtime:
1h 39min

Genre:
Drama

  • Cast:
  • Sergio Corrieri
    as
    Sergio Carmona Mendoyo
  • Daisy Granados
    as
    Elena
  • Eslinda Núñez
    as
    Noemi
  • Omar Valdés
    as
    Pablo
  • René de la Cruz
    as
    Elena's brother