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IMDb rating 7.2
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Critic rating 6.8

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Critic Simon Crook
rated 8

...Anna Biller’s vivid sexploitation pastiche homages the pussycats-and-polyester tack of Russ Meyer-era titillation with sweetly cranky accuracy.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Noel Murray
rated 8

...offering a painstaking recreation of the look and feel of campy retro sexploitation.

Read full review at The A.V. Club
Critic Caspar Llewellyn Smith
rated 6

...at this film’s heart lies a real sense of tenderness.

Read full review at The Guardian
Critic Glenn Kenny
rated 5

...the views of [Havana] and some corners ofits culture are among the best reasons to check out “Viva.”

Read full review at Roger Ebert

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Viva is a poignant drama that follows the story of Jesus, a young hairdresser who dreams of performing on stage. Encouraged by his mentor Mama, Jesus finally gets his chance to shine, but his moment in the spotlight is threatened when his estranged father Angel returns to the picture. As father and son grapple with their opposing expectations, Viva becomes a heartwarming tale of love and reconciliation. Set in modern-day Cuba, this film is a beautiful exploration of family, identity, and the power of performance.

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