Memories of Underdevelopment (1968)
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
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