Strawberry and Chocolate (1993)
Fresa y chocolate
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.
Where to watch Strawberry and Chocolate
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, FlixOlé | — | — |
| Brazil | Filmicca | — | — |
| Mexico | Nuestro Cine MX | — | — |
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What is Strawberry and Chocolate 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. Strawberry and Chocolate is a Comedy, Drama movie, released on 1993-12-01, runtime 108 minutes.
Is Strawberry and Chocolate worth watching?
TMDB users rate Strawberry and Chocolate 7.0 out of 10 from 86 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Strawberry and Chocolate?
In Spain, Strawberry and Chocolate streams on Amazon Prime Video, Filmin and FlixOlé. The table on this page lists 5 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, Juan Carlos Tabío
Cast
- Jorge Perugorría as Diego
- Vladimir Cruz as David
- Mirta Ibarra as Nancy
- Francisco Gattorno as Miguel
- Joel Angelino as German
- Marilyn Solaya as Vivian
- Andrés Cortina as Santero
- Antonio Carmona as Groom
- Ricardo Ávila as Taxi driver
- María Elena del Toro as Passenger 1
- Zolanda Oña as Passenger 2
- Diana Iris del Puerto as Neighbor
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Sources
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