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The Mambo Kings (1992)

 -  Drama | Music  -  28 February 1992 (USA)
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Musician brothers Cesar and Nestor leave Cuba for America in the 1950s, hoping to hit the top of the Latin music scene. Cesar is the older brother, the business manager, and the ladies' man... See full summary »

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Delores Fuentes
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Ramon - The Mambo Kings Band
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Mario - The Mambo Kings Band
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Pito - The Mambo Kings Band
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Johnny Bing - The Mambo Kings Band
James Medina ...
Manny - The Mambo Kings Band (as Jimmy Medina)
Marcos Quintanilla ...
Willie - The Mambo Kings Band
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J.T. Taylor ...
Frankie Suarez - The Mambo Kings Band
William Thomas Jr. ...
Xavier - The Mambo Kings Band
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Storyline

Musician brothers Cesar and Nestor leave Cuba for America in the 1950s, hoping to hit the top of the Latin music scene. Cesar is the older brother, the business manager, and the ladies' man. Nestor is the brooding songwriter, who cannot forget the woman in Cuba who broke his heart. Written by Dehlia

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cuba | latin | 1950s | songwriter | musician | See more »

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With a suitcase full of song, Hearts filled with passion, two brothers come to America in search of a dream.

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Drama | Music

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Rated R for sensuality | See all certifications »

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28 February 1992 (USA)  »

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Mambo Kings  »

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$6,742,168 (USA)
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Trivia

Warner Bros. wanted Jeremy Irons and Ray Liotta for the roles of Cesar and Nestor. Irons screen tested with Antonio Banderas. But Arne Glimcher fought for Armand Assante and Banderas whom he felt were perfect for the roles. See more »

Goofs

It is 1952 and the family is watching an episode of the TV series Cheyenne which did not premiere until 1955. See more »

Quotes

Anna Maria: He thinks he's the last Coca Cola in the desert.
Lanna Lake: Honey, he is.
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Features I Love Lucy: Cuban Pals (1952) See more »

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"La Dicha Mia"
Written by Johnny Pacheco
Performed by Celia Cruz
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Outstanding movie
20 September 1999 | by (San Francisco, CA) – See all my reviews

Really, really great. Armand Assante is unbelievably good as Cesar, and the whole supporting cast is outstanding. Great music, and beautiful cinematography as well. The quality of the color in this film lends a vintage look and feel that is in keeping in the spirit of the story and timeframe. Especially amazing considering that I didn't even vaguely enjoy any other movie by this director!


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