In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians, some of whom are in their 90s, to record a Grammy-winning CD in their hometown of Havana. The result is a spectacular collection of concert footage from the group's shows in Amsterdam and New York City's famous Carnegie Hall. Director Wim Wenders captured not only the music, but also the life stories of the musicians.
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In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians, some of whom are in their 90s, to record a Grammy-winning CD in their hometown of Havana. The result is a spectacular collection of concert footage from the group's shows in Amsterdam and New York City's famous Carnegie Hall. Director Wim Wenders captured not only the music, but also the life stories of the musicians.
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