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Fresa y chocolate

  • Comedy
  • Drama
Confirmed1993-12-017.07.3Trakt

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 1979-set Cuban drama-comedy about an unlikely friendship between Diego, a flamboyant gay artist, and David, a idealistic communist youth tasked with spying on him. Released in 1993, the film explores themes of individuality, politics, and personal expression under Castro's regime through their evolving relationship.

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1994-09-24

Wide release in United States · Rated R

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Fresa y Chocolate - Strawberry and Chocolate - Cuba Film Trailer English

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When was Strawberry and Chocolate released?

The film was released on December 1, 1993.

What is the plot about?

Set in 1979 Cuba, the story follows Diego, a flamboyant gay artist, and David, a straitlaced young communist who initially befriends Diego to monitor his activities for the state. As they discuss politics and personal freedom, a genuine friendship develops between them.

What genres does the film fall into?

Strawberry and Chocolate is a comedy-drama that blends humor with serious themes about identity and political repression.

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