Bitter Sugar (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1996, Bitter Sugar is a drama and romance film directed by Leon Ichaso, running about 102 minutes. “Cuba today... somewhere between lov and dispair.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A patriot (René Lavan) with a rebellious brother falls in love with a dissident's daughter (Mayte Vilán) in Castro's Cuba.
Who’s in it. Bitter Sugar stars René Lavan as Gustavo, Mayte Vilán as Yolanda, Miguel Gutierrez as Dr tomas valdez and Larry Villanueva as Bobby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Bitter Sugar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bitter Sugar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bitter Sugar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bitter Sugar (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bitter Sugar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bitter Sugar worth watching?
- Bitter Sugar holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bitter Sugar?
- Bitter Sugar stars René Lavan, Mayte Vilán, Miguel Gutierrez, Larry Villanueva and Luís Celeiro.