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Memories of Underdevelopment (1968)

Movie ★ 7.2 99 min

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?

Tomás Gutiérrez Alea Director Tomás Gutiérrez Alea Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 19, 1968
Runtime
99 min
Box office
$33,103
IMDb
tt0063291
Country
Language
,
Studio
ICAIC, Cuban State Film

Themes

Cast

Sergio Corrieri Sergio Corrieri Sergio Carmona Mendoyo Daisy Granados Daisy Granados Elena Eslinda Núñez Eslinda Núñez Noemi Omar Valdés Omar Valdés Pablo René de la Cruz René de la Cruz Elena's brother Yolanda Farr Yolanda Farr Ofelia González Ofelia González Jose Gil Abad Daniel Jordan Luis López Rafael Sosa Eduardo Casado Revuelta René Depestre René Depestre Himself / Panelist Edmundo Desnoes Himself Pello el Afrokán

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Frequently asked questions

What is Memories of Underdevelopment about?
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?
Who directed Memories of Underdevelopment?
Memories of Underdevelopment was directed by Tomás Gutiérrez Alea.
Who stars in Memories of Underdevelopment?
Memories of Underdevelopment stars Sergio Corrieri, Daisy Granados, Eslinda Núñez, Omar Valdés.
When was Memories of Underdevelopment released?
Memories of Underdevelopment is a 1968 drama film.
Where can I watch Memories of Underdevelopment?
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