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On This Day July 26, 1985, Kiss of the Spider Woman Premiered in Theaters

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On this day, July 26, 1985, "Kiss of the Spider Woman" premiered in theaters, featuring a powerful performance by William Hurt. The film, based on the novel by Manuel Puig, revolves around the lives of two prisoners in a Latin American jail: Luis Molina, a homosexual window dresser, and Valentin Arregui, a political prisoner. Hurt's portrayal of Molina earned him critical acclaim, culminating in an Academy Award for Best Actor. The film is notable for its exploration of complex themes such as sexuality, politics, and the human condition.
 
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