Overview

Chico is a young piano player with big dreams. Rita is a beautiful singer with an extraordinary voice. Music and romantic desire unites them, but their journey - in the tradition of the Latin ballad, the bolero - brings heartache and torment.

Fun facts

Awards
Won 3 awards, including the Gaudí Award for Best Animated Feature Film (2012) and the European Film Award for Best Animated Feature Film (2011)
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Nominations
4 award nominations, including the Oscar for Best Animated Feature (2012)
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Setting
Set in Las Vegas, Havana, New York City and Paris
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Music
Music by Bebo Valdés
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