Manhattan Merengue

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Manhattan Merengue

"Dance is the rhythm of the heart"

1995

1h 34m

3.7(3 votes)

Romance

Drama

Overview

A realistic look at the life of a young immigrant man who comes to America with the hope of dancing on Broadway.

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Cast & Crew

8 members

Acting

George Perez

Miguel Romero

Acting

Lumi Cavazos

Rosita

Acting

Marco Leonardi

Carmelo

Acting

Alyson Reed

Susan Kelly

Acting

Isela Vega

Alfidia

Acting

Julio Torresoto

Unknown Role

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Acting

Cachaco

Mr. Sloan

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Acting

Kate Garrity

Rena Becker

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