In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their native city of Havana. The result is a spectacular compilation of concert footage from the group's gigs in Amsterdam and New York City's famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music -- but also the musicians' life stories.
Genres:
Documentary·Music
Original Title
Buena Vista Social Club
Original Language
English
Production Country
Germany, United States, United Kingdom, France, Cuba
Release Date
06/04/1999
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Buena Vista Social Club
1999·105 min
In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their native city of Havana. The result is a spectacular compilation of concert footage from the group's gigs in Amsterdam and New York City's famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music -- but also the musicians' life stories.
Genres:
Documentary·Music
Original Title
Buena Vista Social Club
Original Language
English
Production Country
Germany, United States, United Kingdom, France, Cuba