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Fatima, Queen of the Night
4.6 / 10• 2015• 1h 30m•NR• Spanish
ComedyDrama
Storyline
Based on the short story of the same name by Miguel Barnet, in which Fatima - the Queen of the night, a young homosexual and transvestite, who is a prostitute to earn a living, and to maintain economically to the man whom he loves. While facing all the complexities arising from their decisions. Born in the provinces as Manuel García, nicknamed Manolito, to whom the Virgin of Fátima appeared as a child moves to the capital Havana where he meets and falls in love with Vaselina, who encourages him to cross-dress and start a new life in the world of entertainment and prostitution.
Cast & Crew
CE
Carlos Enrique Almirante
Fátima
LeadTC
Tomás Cao
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Mario Guerra
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What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jorge Perugorría's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Fatima, Queen of the Night is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
