Movie Description

Buena Vista Social Club

(1999)

Overview

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.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleBuena Vista Social Club

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1999-06-04

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 45m

Production CompaniesKintop Pictures,ICAIC,ARTE,Wim Wenders Stiftung,Road Movies,Film4 Productions

Genres

  • Documentary
  • Music