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The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo

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Cheo visits his friend, Manolo, who he hasn't seen for many years. They drink to celebrate their reunion and fondly recall the times they spent together in years past. As they reminisce, the two friends confront the revolution, evaluate their lives, and bare their souls.

DirectorJulio García Espinosa
WritersEugenio Hernandez Espinosa·Julio García Espinosa
ProducersMiguel Mendoza·Camilo Vives

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Cast · Directed by Julio García Espinosa

MBMario Balmaseda
Mario Balmaseda
Manolo
PR
Pedro Rentería
Cheo Malanga
IR
Ikay Romay
The Dream

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