Critic Reviews
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Derek Malcolm, This is London
Its subject now reveals itself as political and social freedom in Castro's Cuba and this is what makes it an intelligent companion piece to Memories of Underdevelopment, Alea's earlier film.
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Tom Huddlestone, Time Out
While the central story may lack edge, 'Strawberry and Chocolate' remains an entertaining, thoughtful take on the absurdity of confusing sexuality and politics.
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Jon Fortgang, Film4
A clear call for tolerance, deftly executed by a director for whom the personal and the political were indivisible.
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Wendy Ide, Times [UK]
It's a clear-eyed critique of the revolution's treatment of gay Cubans and, as such, it's a brave and important piece of film-making.
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Peter Bradshaw, Guardian [UK]
Watching his funny and likeable Havana-set comedy is like chancing upon some undiscovered early gem by Godard or Woody Allen, and yet it has a worldliness and drollery that is all its own.
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Cast
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Jorge Perugorríaas Diego -
Vladimir Cruzas David -
Mirta Ibarraas Nancy
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Francisco Gattornoas Miguel -
Jorge Angelinoas German -
Marilyn Solayaas Vivian
