Review of Buena Vista Social Club (1999) by Yuko S — 13 Aug 2008

These old folks kill on the stage! This movie introduced me the world of Cuban music and I eternally thank for Ry Cooder and Win Wenders!

This review of Buena Vista Social Club (1999) was written by Yuko S on 13 Aug 2008.

Buena Vista Social Club has generally received very positive reviews.

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