...recycles every cliche from the Purple Rain/Crossover Dreams playbook, to tepid effect.
Sueño (2005)
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Reviews Counted:7
Fresh:3
Rotten:4
Average Rating:4.7/10
Theatrical Release:Sep 30, 2005 Limited
Synopsis: John Leguizamo stars in this Latin Musical as Antonio, a very talented young musician from Mexico, pursuing his dream of becoming a singer in Los Angeles. Consistently thwarted by constant... John Leguizamo stars in this Latin Musical as Antonio, a very talented young musician from Mexico, pursuing his dream of becoming a singer in Los Angeles. Consistently thwarted by constant rejection, he's about to give up when his manager, El Zorro, an eclectic and a colorful radio personality, convinces him to enter a local radio sponsored Latino singing competition. He finally will have his chance to make his music heard...if he can just find a band. At the same time, he finds himself involved in a romantic triangle with two very different women, a neighbor in her 40s (Peña) and a young veterinary student (Talancon). The vibrant on-screen musical performances incorporate the eclectic vibes of Rock En Español, Latin Electronica, Punk and Rap with the smooth sounds of old school Bolero. The film has no traditional score, but rather utilizes the original works of over 20 different bands and musicians. --© Sony Pictures [More]
Starring: John Leguizamo, Elizabeth Peña, Ana Claudia Talancon, Nestor Serrano
Starring: John Leguizamo, Elizabeth Peña, Ana Claudia Talancon, Nestor Serrano
Director: Renee Chabria
Director: Renee Chabria
Studio: Sony Pictures Entertainment
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Reviews for Sueño
Though the film is crammed with music -- the soundtrack is stellar -- the production numbers fall completely flat, leaving you to pine for the over-caffeinated touch of Baz Luhrmann.
A sweet-natured film, steeped in richly varied and seductive Latin music.
Has a warm affection for its music and thoughtful performances from leads John Leguizamo and Elizabeth Pena.
So good-natured and well-intentioned (showcasing as it does up-and-coming Latino bands) that it's tempting to overlook its significant narrative flaws.
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