Overview

Based on the life of Benny Moré, the film concentrates on a period in the early 1950s when Moré leaves the orchestra of Duany and starts his own 'Banda Gigante'. In flashback we learn of his success in Mexico. Moré is caught in the events connected to Batista's coup in Cuba. Also, he tours Venezuela, where he suffers the machinations of a vengeful businessman. After collapsing and being hospitalised, Moré swears off alcohol. Some years later, he encounters his old band-mate Monchy, fallen on hard times.

Cast

Renny Arozarena, Enrique Molina, Carlos Ever Fonseca, Mario Guerra, Limara Meneses, Isabel Santos, Salvador Woods, Laura de la Uz

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What is "El Benny" about?

Based on the life of Benny Moré, the film concentrates on a period in the early 1950s when Moré leaves the orchestra of Duany and starts his own 'Banda Gigante'. In flashback we learn of his success in Mexico. Moré is caught in the events connected to Batista's coup in Cuba. Also, he tours Venezuela, where he suffers the machinations of a vengeful businessman. After collapsing and being hospitalised, Moré swears off alcohol. Some years later, he encounters his old band-mate Monchy, fallen on hard times.

When was "El Benny" released?

El Benny was released in 2006.

Who stars in "El Benny"?

The cast includes Renny Arozarena, Enrique Molina, Carlos Ever Fonseca, Mario Guerra.