Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Memories of Underdevelopment

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?

Details

Release Date

1968

Director

Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Country

Cuba

Stats

Rank Position

13th

Number of Lists

1

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