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The Mali Cuba Connection

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The Mali Cuba Connection
In the midst of the Cold War, ten young promising musicians from Mali are sent to Cuba to study music and strengthen cultural links between the two socialist countries.
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In the midst of the Cold War, ten young promising musicians from Mali are sent to Cuba to study music and strengthen cultural links between the two socialist countries. Combining Malian and Afro-Cuban influences, they develop a revolutionary new sound and become the iconic ensemble ‘Las Maravillas de Mali’. New Year’s Eve 2000. Richard Minier, a French music producer meets a former member of the band in Bamako and decides to bring the band back together.

Directed by  and  | 2020 | 81min | France, Cuba, Mali | Documentary | Spanish, French with English subtitles

  • Year
    2020
  • Runtime
    81 minutes
  • Language
    Spanish, French
  • Country
    France, Cuba, Mali
  • Subtitle Language
    English
  • Director
    Edouard Salier, Richard Minier
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