Buena Vista Social Club (1999)
- CategoryDocumentary, Music
- LanguageEnglish
- Runtime1h 45m
- DirectorWim Wenders
- IMDb Rating7.5
- Year1999
- Release dateJun 04, 1999
- StarsCompay Segundo, Eliades Ochoa, Ry Cooder, Joachim Cooder
Buena Vista Social Club
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.
Buena Vista Social Club Synopsis
With an impressive 7.5/10 rating, Buena Vista Social Club (1999) is one of the most acclaimed Documentary and Music films in the 1337x catalog. "In Havana, music isn't a pastime, it's a way of life." This captivating Documentary and Music film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Wim Wenders, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Compay Segundo, Eliades Ochoa, Ry Cooder, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 45m. 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 nativ...
