Kiss of the Spider Woman (1985)
Academy Award-Winning Film Directed by Hector Babenco Starring William Hurt and Raul Julia. Written by Leonard Schrader Based on the novel by Manuel Puig.
Luis Molina(Hurt) and Valentin Arregui(Julia) are cell mates in a South American prison. Luis, a homosexual, is found guilty of immoral behavior and Valentin is a political prisoner. To escape reality Luis invents romantic movies, while Valentin tries to keep his mind on the situation he’s in. During the time they spend together, the two men come to understand and respect one another.
New Theatrical Trailer
Original Theatrical Trailer from 1985