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Cuban Fury

R

Released Apr 11, 2014

1 hr. 38 min.

Comedy

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54%

96 Reviews

Tomatometer

46%

5,000+ Ratings

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A former salsa prodigy (Nick Frost) must whip himself back into shape 22 years after a bullying incident ruined his chance at dance stardom.

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Critics Consensus

Nick Frost and Chris O'Dowd remain as undeniably likable as ever, but Cuban Fury saddles them with a contrived and predictable plot that's far too short on laughs.

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Janice W

I like this great movie!! Thanks!!!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/07/23

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shing ching w

"CUBAN FURY is a hilarious and heartwarming film that will have you dancing in your seat. Nick Frost delivers a fantastic performance as a former salsa prodigy who rediscovers his passion for dance. The film is a perfect blend of comedy and romance, and it celebrates the power of following your dreams. Highly recommended for those who love a good underdog story with a lot of laughs."

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/07/23

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Cole L

Fun and enjoyable film that delivers on its promise of a lighthearted romantic comedy. The film showcases some impressive salsa dance routines, and the chemistry between Nick Frost and Rashida Jones is charming and endearing. "Cuban Fury" is a romantic comedy film released in 2014, directed by James Griffiths and starring Nick Frost, Rashida Jones, and Chris O'Dowd. The film follows the story of Bruce Garrett, a former salsa dancer who has given up his passion due to a traumatic experience in his teenage years. He then meets his new boss, Julia, who reignites his love for salsa and helps him overcome his fears. Overall, "Cuban Fury" is a fun and enjoyable film that delivers on its promise of a lighthearted romantic comedy. The film showcases some impressive salsa dance routines, and the chemistry between Nick Frost and Rashida Jones is charming and endearing. Chris O'Dowd also delivers a hilarious performance as Bruce's rival. However, the film does suffer from some predictable plot points and stereotypical characters. The script relies heavily on clichés and familiar tropes, which can make the story feel formulaic at times. Additionally, some of the jokes fall flat and feel forced. Despite its flaws, "Cuban Fury" is still an entertaining film that offers a feel-good experience with some impressive dance sequences. It's a fun movie to watch with friends or a date night, and it's worth checking out if you're a fan of romantic comedies or salsa dancing. It's a fun movie to watch with friends or a date night, and it's worth checking out if you're a fan of romantic comedies or salsa dancing.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/07/23

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Wong H

I like this movie since it is so romantic

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/17/23

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John Q

Melodramatic and predictable. 1.5 stars is generous.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

06/20/22

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Audience Member

We loved this movie! It was hilariously funny. I've not laughed this much at a movie for a long time. My teenage kids also enjoyed it which can be tricky to find a film we all like to watch. Best part was the still Fanta joke - so unexpected, random, and then the film just got even funnier from that moment on! Would recommend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/23

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James Griffiths

Director

Rashida Jones

Julia

Nick Frost

Bruce Garrett

Chris O'Dowd

Drew

Olivia Colman

Sam

Ian McShane

Ron Parfait

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Amy Nicholson

L.A. Weekly

As progressive as it might feel for fat guys, losers and salsa stalwarts, it's rotten for women

Rated: C-

Apr 21, 2014

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Wesley Morris

Grantland

It's not a bad gimmick, but the movie turns tediously sentimental fast.

Apr 17, 2014

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Steve Davis

Austin Chronicle

What Frost lacks in grace on the ballroom floor -- and he's not bad, mind you -- is more than compensated for by the joyful expression on his face when he's tripping the light fantastic

Rated: 2.5/5

Apr 17, 2014

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Leigh Paatsch

Herald Sun (Australia)

An efficient enough British crowd-pleaser, spicing up a sit-commy dish with a sublime side-serving of salsa dancing.

Rated: 3/5

May 12, 2020

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Nicholas Bell

IONCINEMA.com

It's got enough charm to overcome the sticky trappings of its generic formula.

Rated: 2.5/5

Aug 30, 2019

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Sophie WIng

One Room With A View

As shiny-but-ultimately-flimsy as a rhinestone-studded silk shirt, Cuban Fury is such great fun that you just won't care; it's genuinely laugh-out-loud from start to finish.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 8, 2019

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Synopsis

A former salsa prodigy (Nick Frost) must whip himself back into shape 22 years after a bullying incident ruined his chance at dance stardom.

Director: James Griffiths
Executive Producer: Jenny Borgars, Nick Frost, Matthew Justice, Danny Perkins
Screenwriter: Jon Brown
Distributor: Entertainment One
Production Co: Big Talk
Rating: R (Sexual References|Language)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 11, 2014, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 22, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $90.3K

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