Review of Buena Vista Social Club (1999) by Jean S — 21 Feb 2006

This documentary portraits the finest cuban musicians.

This review of Buena Vista Social Club (1999) was written by Jean S on 21 Feb 2006.

Buena Vista Social Club has generally received very positive reviews.

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