# Strawberry and Chocolate (1993)

> In politically charged Havana, an openly gay artist and a prejudiced young communist discover that friendship can dismantle the doctrines separating them.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7170

## Facts

- Runtime: 108 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, Juan Carlos Tabío
- Cast: Jorge Perugorría, Vladimir Cruz, Mirta Ibarra, Francisco Gattorno, Joel Angelino, Marilyn Solaya, Andrés Cortina, Antonio Carmona
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106966/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, humanistic, politically charged, international cinema night, arthouse movie night

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of friendship and acceptance amidst societal prejudice.

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