Memories of Underdevelopment

1968 • 1h 39m • Drama

96%Rotten Tomatoes

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

Writers

Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Status

Released