Heroína (1965)
Chico, a young Puerto Rican living in Spanish Harlem, becomes a heroin addict after a rivalry between him and his father for his mother's affection. Following a 6-month jail term, he is now cured of his drug habit and working in his father's business. Chico meets Nick, his former dealer, for a casual drink, but his father assumes he has resumed drug use.
Director: Jerónimo Mitchell Meléndez
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: November 9, 1965
Cast
- Kitty de Hoyos - Laura
- José de San Antón - Chico's father
- Félix Monclova - Nick
- Nydia Caro - Nina
- Marta Casañas - Chico's mother
- Jaime Sánchez - Chico
- Raúl Dávila - Judge
- Freddy Baez - Addict
- Olga Guillot - Singer
- Jeddu Mascoretto - Tito
Screenplay
Music: Charlie Palmieri
Cinematography: Luis A. Maisonet
Editing: Gloria Piñeyro
Production: Benjer Productions, Mitchell Productions Inc.
Country: Puerto Rico, United States of America
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Heroína about?
- Chico, a young Puerto Rican living in Spanish Harlem, becomes a heroin addict after a rivalry between him and his father for his mother's affection. Following a 6-month jail term, he is now cured of his drug habit and working in his father's business. Chico meets Nick, his former dealer, for a casual drink, but his father assumes he has resumed drug use.
- Who directed Heroína?
- Heroína was directed by Jerónimo Mitchell Meléndez.
- Who stars in Heroína?
- Heroína stars Kitty de Hoyos, José de San Antón, Félix Monclova, Nydia Caro, Marta Casañas, Jaime Sánchez.
- How long is Heroína?
- Heroína has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is Heroína?
- Heroína is a Drama film.
- Where was Heroína produced?
- Heroína was produced in Puerto Rico, United States of America.