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Moon Over Parador (1988)

"He's not the first actor to impersonate a president... but he may be the last."

5.819881h 43mEN
ComedyRomance

Directed by Paul Mazursky

Rating

5.8/10

Runtime

1h 43m

Language

EN

Release

September 9, 1988

Director

Paul Mazursky

Overview

Little known actor, Jack Noah, is working on location in the dictatorship of Parador at the time the dictator dies. The dictator's right hand man, Roberto, makes Jack an offer he cannot refuse.. to play the dictator. Jack's acting skills fool the masses but not close friends and employees of the dic...

Cast

Richard Dreyfuss

Richard Dreyfuss

Jack Noah

Raúl Juliá

Raúl Juliá

Roberto Strausmann

Sônia Braga

Sônia Braga

Madonna

Jonathan Winters

Jonathan Winters

Ralph

Sammy Davis Jr.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Self

Michael Greene

Michael Greene

Clint

Polly Holliday

Polly Holliday

Midge

Milton Gonçalves

Milton Gonçalves

Carlo

Charo

Charo

Madame Loop

Marianne Sägebrecht

Marianne Sägebrecht

Magda

Reinhard Kolldehoff

Reinhard Kolldehoff

Gunther

Richard Russell Ramos

Richard Russell Ramos

Dieter Lopez

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Moon Over Parador (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Little known actor, Jack Noah, is working on location in the dictatorship of Parador at the time the dictator dies. The dictator's right hand man, Roberto, makes Jack an offer he cannot refuse.. to play the dictator. Jack's acting skills fool the masses but not close friends and employees of the dictator.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Moon Over Parador. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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