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Strawberry and Chocolate

R19931h 48mTomás Gutiérrez Alea,Juan Carlos Tabío

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"Savor the flavor."

In 1979 Cuba, flamboyant gay artist Diego attempts to seduce straitlaced David, an idealistic young communist, and fails dismally. But David conspires to be "friends" with Diego so he can monitor the artist's subversive life for the state. As Diego and David discuss politics, individuality and personal expression in Castro's Cuba, a genuine friendship develops between the two.

ComedyDrama
Cuba1970sArtistMale FriendshipSocial CommentaryMale HomosexualityLgbtHavana, CubaCommunismGay Theme

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What is Strawberry and Chocolate (1993) about?

In 1979 Cuba, flamboyant gay artist Diego attempts to seduce straitlaced David, an idealistic young communist, and fails dismally. But David conspires to be "friends" with Diego so he can monitor the artist's subversive life for the state. As Diego and David discuss politics, individuality and personal expression in Castro's Cuba, a genuine friendship develops between the two.

Who stars in Strawberry and Chocolate?

Strawberry and Chocolate stars Jorge Perugorría (Diego), Vladimir Cruz (David), Mirta Ibarra (Nancy), Francisco Gattorno (Miguel), Joel Angelino (German). The film was directed by Tomás Gutiérrez Alea.

How long is Strawberry and Chocolate?

Strawberry and Chocolate has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1993. It is rated R.

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