The Perez Family 1995
“On the way to finding a family, she found love.”
What is The Perez Family?
The Perez Family is an American comedy film released in 1995 about a group of Cuban refugees in America who pretend to be a family. The movie features a cast that includes Marisa Tomei, Alfred Molina, Anjelica Huston, and Chazz Palminteri.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Release date
- May 12, 1995
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- The Samuel Goldwyn Company
- Budget
- $11,000,000
- Revenue
- $2,832,826
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Updated
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The Perez Family is an American comedy film released in 1995 about a group of Cuban refugees in America who pretend to be a family. The movie features a cast that includes Marisa Tomei, Alfred Molina, Anjelica Huston, and Chazz Palminteri. The story takes place during the Mariel boat lift, which was a hurried exodus of refugees going from Cuba to America. During this time, an immigration clerk accidentally presumes that dissident Juan Raul Perez and Dorita Evita Perez are married. United by their shared last name and a mutual resolve to emigrate, Dorita and Juan agree to play along with the mistake. Complications arise when the two begin falling for each other just as Juan reunites with his wife, Carmela, whom he has not seen in decades.
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Perez Family worth watching?
The Perez Family holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Perez Family and when was it released?
The Perez Family is a feature film with a runtime of 113 minutes. It was released in 1995. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Perez Family?
The Perez Family was directed by Mira Nair.
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