Manito
Summary:
Yet another American filmmaker inspired by the storytelling economy of Dogme 95, writer/director Eric Eason shot his feature debut, Manito, on digital video with a tiny budget and cast the film predominantly with first-time actors. Native New Yorker Eason's tale takes place in the Puerto Rican community of Washington Heights. Manny (Leo Minaya) is graduating high sc... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Franky G. - (Junior Moreno)
Leo Minaya - (Manny Moreno)
Manuel Cabral - (Oscar Moreno)
Julissa Lopez - (Miriam)
Jessica Morales - (Marisol)
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Review:
Eric Eason's debut feature Manito is a lively and affectionate portrait of one dysfunctional Puerto Rican family, but in the end the film devolves into melodrama. With storytelling skill and agility, Eason introduces the Moreno family, letting the audience get to know his characters and revealing key information at a naturalistic pac... Continue >>
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