Synopsis
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.
Facts
Awards
Silver nugget for the best foreign film, European Film Award for Best Documentary
Setting
Cuba
Filming location
Amsterdam, New York City
Production
Road Movies Filmproduktion, Instituto Cubano del Arte y la Industria Cinematográficos
Original language
Spanish, English
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Academy Awards 2000 academy_award
- Berlin International Film Festival 1999 generic
- National Board of Review 1999 generic
- San Francisco International Film Festival 1999 generic
