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Strawberry and Chocolate

"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.

Top Cast

  • Jorge Perugorría

    Jorge Perugorría

    Diego

  • Vladimir Cruz

    Vladimir Cruz

    David

  • Mirta Ibarra

    Mirta Ibarra

    Nancy

  • Francisco Gattorno

    Francisco Gattorno

    Miguel

  • Joel Angelino

    Joel Angelino

    German

  • Marilyn Solaya

    Marilyn Solaya

    Vivian

  • Andrés Cortina

    Andrés Cortina

    Santero

  • Antonio Carmona

    Antonio Carmona

    Groom

  • Ricardo Ávila

    Ricardo Ávila

    Taxi driver

Overview

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.

Rating

7.0 / 10
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