Raíces

Raíces (2001)

Genres :

Music
  • Runtime

    1h 30m

  • Language

    ES

  • Production Countries

    Puerto Rico

  • Release Date

    2001-12-10

Overview

Filmed in Puerto Rico and the Bronx, this documentary pays homage to two forms of traditional Puerto Rican music: la bomba and la plena. This film also celebrates the African influence of this music and its significance to Puerto Rico’s rich culture. Includes appearances by members of the Cepeda family, Marc Anthony, La India, José Feliciano, Danny Rivera, Lucecita Benítez, and Ángel "Cucco" Peña.

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