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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Marc Anthony
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Known for
Man on Fire
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José Feliciano
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Ángel "Cucco" Peña
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Michael Stuart
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Choco Orta
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Ruth Fernández
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Lucecita Benítez
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Paloma Suau Director · Rafi Mercado Production designer
First release December 10, 2001 · Produced in Puerto Rico · Production Ninguna Ciencia Inc.
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Ninguna Ciencia Inc.
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Spanish
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Spanish
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Puerto Rico · December 10, 2001
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