In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder gathers a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their hometown of Havana. The result is a stunning compilation of concert footage from the group's performances in Amsterdam and New York City's famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music but also the musicians' personal stories.
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In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder gathers a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their hometown of Havana. The result is a stunning compilation of concert footage from the group's performances in Amsterdam and New York City's famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music but also the musicians' personal stories.
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