# Buena Vista Social Club (1999)

> An exuberant portrait of veteran Cuban musicians whose reunion transforms musical memory into an international celebration.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6696

## Facts

- Runtime: 105 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Wim Wenders
- Cast: Compay Segundo, Eliades Ochoa, Ry Cooder, Joachim Cooder, Ibrahim Ferrer, Omara Portuondo, Rubén González, Orlando 'Cachaíto' López
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0186508/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: joyful, nostalgic, intimate, music night, cultural discovery

## Synopsis

A musical journey through the heart of Cuba, showcasing the timeless talents of legendary musicians.

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