Vereda Tropical (2004)

Synopsis: Argentinean author Manuel Puig left his native country after being persecuted for his homosexuality, and settled in exile in Rio de Janeiro. Puig's experiences in the Brazilian city are chronicled... Argentinean author Manuel Puig left his native country after being persecuted for his homosexuality, and settled in exile in Rio de Janeiro. Puig's experiences in the Brazilian city are chronicled in Javier Torre's biopic VEREDA TROPICAL. While there, Puig was more or less able to live and express his sexuality freely, even going as far as to have a secret tryst with a famous diplomat. The tribulations and joys of Puig's life, from his love affairs to his work, including his difficulties with the theatrical and film adaptations of his well-known KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, are examined. VEREDA TROPICAL won awards for best director and best actor at the Gramado Film Festival, dedicated to Brazilian and Latin American films. [More]

Starring: Mimi Arduh, Fabio Aste, Alejandro Baratelli, Silvia Buarque

Starring: Mimi Arduh, Fabio Aste, Alejandro Baratelli, Silvia Buarque, Gigí Rúa

Director: Javier Torre

Director: Javier Torre

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