Cuba (1979)

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In director Richard Lester's Cuba, Sean Connery plays British soldier-of-fortune Robert Dapes, sent to Havana during the last days of the Batista regime. He is supposed to train Batista's soldiers for their upcoming confrontations with Castro's followers. As Dapes becomes increasingly sympathetic… More In director Richard Lester's Cuba, Sean Connery plays British soldier-of-fortune Robert Dapes, sent to Havana during the last days of the Batista regime. He is supposed to train Batista's soldiers for their upcoming confrontations with Castro's followers. As Dapes becomes increasingly sympathetic towards the rebel cause, he takes a few precious moments to renew his romance with Alexandra Pulido (Brooke Adams), who is now married to Juan Pulido (Chris Sarandon). The basic thrust of the film is that unchecked capitalism is perfectly capable of collapsing under its own weight -- and that lofty idealism can be easily forgotten once absolute power is within one's grasp. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 2 hr. 1 min.
Directed By: Richard Lester
Written By: Charles Wood
Genres: Drama, Action & Adventure, Romance

In Theaters: Dec 21, 1979 Wide
On DVD: Apr 16, 2002

Critic Reviews

Chuck O'Leary, Fantastica Daily
A crushing bore. Even Connery can't save this one.
Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews
Incoherent look at life for the upper-crusts during the turbulent last days of the corrupt Batista regime.
Steve Crum, Kansas City Kansan
So-so Connery vehicle
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
Cuba showcases Richard Lester's knack for making movies with ragtag plots and colorful characters.
Derek Smith, Apollo Guide
'A vivid and dazzling depiction of the Cuban landscape and culture but also a weak plot that barely supports the intricate, detailed visuals.'

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Cast

            Sean Connery as Robert Dapes

            Brooke Adams as Alexandra Pulido

            Jack Weston as Gutman

            Hector Elizondo as Ramirez

            Chris Sarandon as Juan Pulido

            Denholm Elliott as Skinner

            Martin Balsam as Gen. Bello

            Alejandro Rey as Faustino

            Lonette McKee as Therese Mederos

            Danny De La Paz as Julio Mederos

            Louisa Moritz as Miss Wonderly

            Earl Cameron as Col. Layva

            Maria Charlès as Senora Pulido

            Walter Gotell as Don Jose Palido

            Ram John Holder as Sergeant

            Stefan Kalipha as Ramon

            Michael Scott Lees as Maxwell-Lafroy

            Wolfe Morris as Fulgencio Batista

            Anna Nicholas as Maria

            Roger Lloyd Pack as Nunez

            Pauline Peart as Dolores

            David Rappaport as Jesus

            Anthony Pullen Shaw as Spencer

            Dave King as Press Agent

            James Turner as Chauffeur

            Tony Mathews as Carrillo

            Raul Newney as Painter

            John Morton as Gary
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