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Before Night Falls (2000)

2h 14m 2000 United States of America

"Before Night Falls" is a gripping biographical tale that chronicles the tumultuous life of renowned Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas. Set against the backdrop of Fidel Castro’s oppressive regime, the film illustrates Arenas's struggles as a gay man, facing persecution and censorship in a society that condemned his identity. Through his resilience and passion for writing, Arenas navigates the challenges of exile and the quest for artistic freedom, providing a poignant reflection on love, loss, and the fight for self-expression in the face of adversity.

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