Things I Forgot to Remember (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film
Released in 1999, Things I Forgot to Remember is a notable film directed by Enrique Oliver, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. A bittersweet comedy in Spanish and English about a Cuban family that migrates to the United States. Robertico, Carmela and Roberto's youngest son, grow up feeling ashamed that his family might not be American enough. He has reached this conclusion by constantly watching American television and forming an opinion as to how Americans really are. Led by his desperation, he literally escapes into an American television sitcom in order to forget about his Cuban past. Not knowing what to do, his family prays to the Virgin Mary to ask for help. When the cultures clash, Robertico has to decide whether he is strong enough to withstand his own self-hatred, and learn not only self-esteem, but how to embrace his Cuban roots.
Who’s in it. Things I Forgot to Remember stars Ana Torrent as The Virgin, Olga Merediz as Carmela, Larry Villanueva as Robertico and Blythe Danner as Mrs. Bradford, among others.
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- Where can I watch Things I Forgot to Remember (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Things I Forgot to Remember change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Things I Forgot to Remember?
- Things I Forgot to Remember stars Ana Torrent, Olga Merediz, Larry Villanueva, Blythe Danner and Al Romero.
- When was Things I Forgot to Remember released?
- Things I Forgot to Remember was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.