The Mambo Kings

The Mambo Kings

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

R 1992 · 104 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama, Music

The Mambo Kings tells the story of César and Nestor Castillo, brothers and aspiring musicians who flee from Cuba to America in search of the American Dream.

Directed by Arne Glimcher · Written by Cynthia Cidre

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