Strawberry And Chocolate (DVD, 2010)

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Directed by Juan Carlos Tabío and Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, this arthouse/independent film is part of the 'Essential World Cinema and Music' range. Starring Jorge Perugorría, Mirta Ibarra, Vladimir Cruz, and Francisco Gattorno, this 104-minute film is amust-watch for fans of thequeer drama genre.

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This acclaimed, Oscar-nominated film set in Cuba follows the unlikely friendship between David (Vladimir Cruz), an uptight conservative, and Diego (Jorge Perrugoria), his flamboyantly gay neighbour. At first David balks at Diego's anti-Castro leanings (which have grown especially strong in light of the government's suppression of homosexuality). However, David soon finds irresistible Diego's access to American contraband (magazines, alcohol, etc.), and with the help of a vivacious neighbour, they negotiate their disappointments and ultimately find the pleasures of life.

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EAN5024017007932
eBay Product ID (ePID)168172899

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Film/TV TitleStrawberry and Chocolate
ActorJorge Perugorria, Mirta Ibarra, Vladimir Cruz
DirectorTomas Gutierrez Alea
Subtitle LanguageEnglish
FormatDVD
Release Year2010
LanguageSpanish
FeaturesWith Subtitles
Run Time110 Mins
GenreDrama, General

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Certificate18
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureCuba
Additional InformationThis acclaimed, Oscar-nominated film set in Cuba follows the unlikely friendship between David (Vladimir Cruz), an uptight conservative, and Diego (Jorge Perrugoria), his flamboyantly gay neighbour. At first David balks at Diego's anti-Castro leanings (which have grown especially strong in light of the government's suppression of homosexuality). However, David soon finds irresistible Diego's access to American contraband (magazines, alcohol, etc.), and with the help of a vivacious neighbour, they negotiate their disappointments and ultimately find the pleasures of life. Combining drama with a bit of humour, this film provides a light, but realistic look at the Cuban Revolution, government persecution of marginalized groups, and the tendency of human kindness to overcome hardship.
Movie/TV TitleStrawberry And Chocolate
Sound sourceDolby Digital

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