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Más se perdió en Cuba
Elpidio Valdés returns to the Cuban countryside to fight against the Spaniards. But they have a much more dangerous enemy: the Americans, who want to take over the island at any cost. Elpidio Valdés and his comrades-in-arms will try to prevent them from achieving their goal, with machetes in hand and bullets flying. It was conceived as a series for Spanish television and later shown as a feature film under the name Más se perdió en Cuba (More Was Lost in Cuba) in Spain and Elpidio Valdés contra el águila y el león (Elpidio Valdés Against the Eagle and the Lion) in Cuba.
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Plot Summary
In this animated Cuban comedy, a band of pirates, led by the notorious Captain One-Eye, attempts to steal the legendary Treasure of the Island of the Golden Skull. Their plans are repeatedly thwarted by the wily and resourceful Captain Gato, who sails the Caribbean in his ship, the "More Lost Than Found." The film is filled with swashbuckling action, witty dialogue, and colorful characters as the two captains engage in a continuous, humorous chase across the seas.
Critical Reception
Más se perdió en Cuba was a significant success in Cuba and remains a beloved animated classic. It is praised for its humor, vibrant animation style, and memorable characters, capturing the spirit of adventure with a distinctly Cuban flair. While it may not have received widespread international critical reviews, it holds a special place in Latin American animation history.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inventive and colorful animation.
Appreciated for its witty dialogue and humorous pirate antics.
A charming and fun adventure story that appeals to a broad audience.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, "Más se perdió en Cuba," translates to "More was lost in Cuba," a common Spanish idiom used to express that something bad happened, but it could have been much worse.
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