
All ages
Buena Vista Social Club
Best from age 8 · G · 1999 · 105 min
All agesBest from age 8 · G · 1999 · 105 min · Documentary · Music
Buena Vista Social Club
This documentary follows American musician Ry Cooder as he unites legendary Cuban folk musicians for a recording and international tour. Filmed in Havana, Amsterdam, and New York, it showcases their vibrant music and personal stories, culminating in a Grammy-winning album and performances at Carnegie Hall.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
None0/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
None0/10
Scary moments
None0/10
Heads up
- Occasional smoking by adult musicians
- Some wistful reflections on past hardships
Models well
- Appreciation for cultural heritage
- Joy of collaboration and music
- Resilience and lifelong passion
Talk about it after
- The history and culture of Cuba
- How music connects people across generations and cultures
- Pursuing passions at any age
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Cast & crew
Wim Wenders on Buena Vista Social Club’s Ibrahim Ferrer
Buena Vista Social Club (1999) Promo (VHS Capture)





