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The Mambo Kings

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The Mambo Kings (1992)

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Reviews Counted:18

Fresh:14

Rotten:4

Average Rating:6.5/10

Runtime: 2 hrs 5 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: Two ambitious Cuban brothers come to New York to make a name for themselves as musicians during the mambo craze of the 1950's. By day they work hard at manual labor, at night they are transformed;... Two ambitious Cuban brothers come to New York to make a name for themselves as musicians during the mambo craze of the 1950's. By day they work hard at manual labor, at night they are transformed; but the pressures of fame threaten to drive them apart. Academy Award Nominations: Best Song ("Beautiful Maria of My Soul"). [More]

Starring: Armand Assante, Antonio Banderas, Cathy Moriarty, Maruschka Detmers

Starring: Armand Assante, Antonio Banderas, Cathy Moriarty, Maruschka Detmers, Desi Arnaz, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente

Director: Arne Glimcher

Director: Arne Glimcher

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Aug 16, 2005

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  • In the 1950s, two Cuban brothers come to America to seek fame and fortune as musicians.
  • Source: Warner Home Video
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    03/31/08
    David Ansen
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    Fun, flashy musical with Banderas in early role.

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    02/09/06
    Derek Adams
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    Terrific music and a boatload of high energy can't quite compensate for a thin plot and weak characterizations....

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    07/19/05
    Emanuel Levy
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    Another award worthy performance by Armand Assante that wasn't recognized. And a great song.

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    08/22/03
    Carol Cling
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    Armand Assante gives the most robust and impressive performance of his career as Cesar, a musician whose lust for life affects all those around him.

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