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9.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19891h 24mCuba

The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo

La inútil muerte de mi socio Manolo

Synopsis

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.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Julio García Espinosa
Screenplay & Story
Julio García Espinosa
Original Score
Juan Blanco
Original Title
La inútil muerte de mi socio Manolo
Country of Origin
Cuba
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
1h 24m
Production Studios
ICAIC

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Julio García Espinosa

Screenplay & Story

Julio García Espinosa, Eugenio Hernandez Espinosa

Original Score & Music

Juan Blanco

Director of Photography

Livio Delgado

Film Editing

Justo Pastor Vega

Producers

Camilo Vives, Miguel Mendoza

Department Leadership Roster

Camilo Vives

Producer

Miguel Mendoza

Producer

Derubín Jácome

Production Design

Eugenio Hernandez Espinosa

Writer

Derubín Jácome

Costume Design

Julio García Espinosa

Julio García Espinosa

Screenplay

Livio Delgado

Director of Photography

Julio García Espinosa

Julio García Espinosa

Director

Justo Pastor Vega

Editor

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo about?

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.

Who directed The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo?

The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo was directed by Julio García Espinosa.

Who stars in The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo?

The principal cast of The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo includes Mario Balmaseda, Pedro Rentería, Ikay Romay.

When was The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo released and how long is it?

The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.

Who composed the musical score for The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Useless Death of My Pal, Manolo was composed by Juan Blanco.