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Uncut first class performances by major stars of Latin
jazz
• excellent special features
Cons
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Less of a straightforward documentary than "Buena
Vista Social Club" or "Roots
of Rhythm"
The Bottom Line - A riveting
concert movie that's actually even more fun on DVD than it was
at the movies.
Product Description
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Latin jazz with Tito Puente, Eliane
Elias, Gato Barbieri, Paquito D'Rivera
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Audio commentary, documentary of the
history of latin jazz, musician bios and discographies
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Great rewatchability
Guide Review
Los Hombres Calientes
A showcase of performances and performers, "Calle 54" travels
from Cuba to New York, Miami, and Europe to meet illustrious musicians
and hear them play. The film follows a simple format: a performer
is briefly introduced, followed by a tune played in a studio in front
of brightly lit backdrops. For more in-depth information on everybody,
you have to turn to the DVD extras, but the performances are rousing.
I found that this film works better on DVD than the movie theater
because you can take breaks, adjust the volume to your liking, do
tequila shots, and dance in your living room. For anybody with an
interest in joyous, groovy, and thrilling music, this disc is a must-own.
If you enjoyed "Buena Vista Social Club," I'll take bets
you'll like this one, too.
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