Tropic Pathway (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2005, Tropic Pathway is a drama film directed by Javier Torre, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Follow the adventures of Kiss of the Spider Woman scribe Manuel Puig portrayed by Fabio Aste, who left Argentina after being persecuted for his homosexuality and settled in exile in Rio de Janiero in this intimate drama from filmmaker Javier Torre. Though life in Rio was full of romance and adventure for Manuel, the controversy surrounding him grew ever more intense, until the only way out was a trip back to his native Argentina. In the years that followed, Puig eventually made the painful decision to move to Mexico, where he spent his final days until death caught up with him at the age of fifty-eight.
Who’s in it. Tropic Pathway stars Fabio Aste as Manuel Puig, Sílvia Buarque as Teresa, Gigí Ruá as May and Mimí Ardú as Kari Kerr, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Tropic Pathway has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tropic Pathway page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tropic Pathway tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tropic Pathway (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tropic Pathway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tropic Pathway worth watching?
- Tropic Pathway holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tropic Pathway?
- Tropic Pathway stars Fabio Aste, Sílvia Buarque, Gigí Ruá, Mimí Ardú and Revero Riveiro.
- When was Tropic Pathway released?
- Tropic Pathway was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.