Memories of Underdevelopment (1968)

7.2/10 99 min Drama

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?

Cast

Sergio Corrieri

Sergio Carmona Mendoyo

Daisy Granados

Elena

Eslinda Núñez

Noemi

Omar Valdés

Pablo

René de la Cruz

Elena's brother

Yolanda Farr

Ofelia González

René Depestre

Himself / Panelist

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