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- Directed by Wim Wenders
- Written by Wim Wenders
- Starring Compay Segundo, Eliades Ochoa, Ibrahim Ferrer, Omara Portuondo, Ruben Gonzalez, [documentary] Ry Cooder
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Musician Ry Cooder tracked down a group of once-famous Cuban folk musicians, arranging a reunion concert with them. The reemergence of these forgotten performers in this film sparked a worldwide interest in their music and histories.
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Won: Outstanding Documentary, 2000 German Film Awards; Best Documentary, 1999 Seattle International Film Festival
Nominated: Best Documentary, 2000 Academy Awards
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Some of the best music ever created in Cuba is captured with embracing humanity in... [this] documentary.
-- Peter Stack, SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE
- More on Buena Vista Social Club:
- Official film Web site
- Interview with director Wim Wenders
Genres: Drama