Buena Vista Social Club

"In Havana, music isn't a pastime, it's a way of life."

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.

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Release Date

June 4, 1999

Status

Released

Original Title

Buena Vista Social Club

Runtime

1h 45min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English, Spanish

Production Companies

Kintop PicturesRoad Movies