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The Old Man and the Parrot

Directed by Gabriel de Varona
United States
2025
84 mins

Praxi bursts into the home of spiritual guru, Radel, armed with a pistol and a taxidermy parrot. His demand? “Free my lover Yoelvis’ soul from this bird!” But Radel, who is recovering from a stroke, can’t help him. His estranged daughter, Ana, is forced to confront Praxi and unravel the bizarre claim. As Praxi recounts his romance with Yoelvis, we flash back to their attempt to open a vegan Cuban restaurant and their fateful encounter with Radel. There, the truth behind the curse emerges, revealing Radel’s motivations, Yoelvis’ secrets, and why Ana may be the only one capable of undoing the spell.

The Old Man and the Parrot is a darkly comedic tale of love and the afterlife.

Expected guests

Gabriel de Varona

Tickets

Wednesday April 157:15pm

Olympia Theater

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  • Year
    2025
  • Country
    United States
  • Language
    Spanish
  • Premiere Status
    East Coast Premiere
  • Director
    Gabriel de Varona
  • Producer
    Kevin Ondarza
  • Writer
    Gabriel de Varona, Kevin Ondarza
  • Cinematographer
    Kevin Berriz
  • Editor
    Gabriel de Varona and Jonathan Cuartas
  • Genre
    Comedy, Drama
  • Theme
    Local Miami Film, En español, Made in MIA Feature
  • Award
    Made in MIA Feature

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