Memories of Underdevelopment

Memories of Underdevelopment 1968 Directed by Tomás Gutiérrez Alea Memorias del subdesarrollo

In the aftermath of the Bay of Pigs incident, Sergio chooses to stay behind in Cuba while his wife and family escape to neighboring Miami. Alone in a brave new world, Sergio observes the constant threat of foreign invasion while chasing young women all over Havana. He finally meets Elena, a young girl he seeks to mould into the image of his ex-wife, but at what cost to himself?

Country Spain

Production Country Cuba

Language Spanish

Spoken Languages English , Spanish

Gnere Drama

Production Companies ICAIC , Cuban State Film

Revenue $33,103

Release Date 19 August 1968

99 mins