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A Tuba to Cuba is a movie starring Ben Jaffe, Walter Harris, and Charlie Gabriel. A TUBA TO CUBA follows New Orleans' famed Preservation Hall Jazz Band as they retrace their musical roots from the storied city of jazz to the shores...

Starring: Charlie Gabriel, Walter Harris, Ronell Johnson, Ben Jaffe

Genres: History, Documentary, Music

Director: Danny Clinch, T.G. Herrington

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Quality	480p, 720p, 1080p, 2K, 4K
Genres	History, Documentary, Music
Director	Danny Clinch, T.G. Herrington
Writer	T.G. Herrington, T.G. Herrington
Stars	Charlie Gabriel, Walter Harris, Ronell Johnson, Ben Jaffe
Country	Cuba, USA
Also Known As	W rytmie Kuby
Runtime	1H 22M
Description	A TUBA TO CUBA follows New Orleans' famed Preservation Hall Jazz Band as they retrace their musical roots from the storied city of jazz to the shores of Cuba and in turn discover a connection that runs much deeper than could have been imagined.

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Sunday, 10 Jan 2021 12:20

After watching this documentary I was somewhat surprised to find that there has been a tendency to make a documentary out of such a simple subject, namely, "What is ballet?" What happened to these really great artists, who have achieved what they wanted to achieve, they were fighting for? It is like they knew what they wanted, and that they didn't care what people thought. But for me, it is not the case. There were many great artists, who would have been forgotten but for their works and achievements. Where the great ones could stand proud, yet I don't think they would do that. I think they deserved that they were seen by people. Where they were enjoying the wonderful vision of the directors and the dancers. But they also deserve the right to be forgotten. I don't think that Michael Phelps, who is a former Olympic athlete, was the one that ruined the sport. But he made it go a bit wrong. He did a lot of work and damaged it. He made it more politic, too. Because everybody knows how many people his way. I didn't see this in Evangeline Lilly, another great dancer. She is truly an outstanding woman. But, I think they have done a lot of damage and she is not really respected. So I don't think they are worthy of all the accolades. I think they deserve a much better life. I am not saying they deserve to live forever, because they have not lived for many years. I think they are deserved to be forgotten. But I think they were at least an interesting topic for a documentary. The other people, the owners of the Greek Theater, got the money and they made a profit and they have a very good life. They were very efficient and a lot of energy. They were not dancing about anything. They were thinking about what they want to make, how they want to make it, how they wanted to perform it. But I am not saying that they should make an excuse. They have a great family, a nice house, two wonderful sons and two daughters. I think they could have a better life than most people. I think that the best life is not the one you can get when you are 60 years old. What I wanted to make clear in this documentary is that they deserve to be forgotten. But that is not their problem. I think this would have been a better way of doing things. This is the way it is. If I could make a documentary about that, I would have been a very very long documentary.

Thursday, 24 Dec 2020 18:26

For his first time making an extended documentary, Christopher Isherwood looks at the life of accordion virtuoso Cubo Guerrero, a former controversial subject who in the 1970s tried to flee Cuba to enjoy the U.S. market. The film is built on interviews with some of his closest and most intimate friends, family and teachers. Some of his only recorded recordings are of his musical compositions, which were recorded during his decades on the run. Some of the music may be considered a confession of his homosexuality, but one of his life experiences would seem to qualify as one for his spirit to stay in one country longer than his heart would allow. That makes this a very warm and illuminating film. Of course, this is not a documentary about a genius, it is a man who is trying to avoid being pigeonholed. So it is really no surprise that he sounds gay as he explains how he came to be and his dislike of being pigeonholed. The real story here is his exploration of his life in the U.S.A. (of course, it is a rather ironic fact that a lot of the music he created in Cuba is the perfect antidote to the oppressive Cuban regime, but the good will and openness that the Cubans are only too willing to show to a "wanted" foreigner) As in every documentary, there are gaps, some in terms of clips, but even more in terms of the vast amount of material that is not in context. We learn that he had a female friend, and it was her whom he played the accordion at her wedding. But it's not until the close of the film when he is asked to describe his "relationship" with her (even though he says he was already engaged). In other words, this is a man who plays his accordion but has no interest in the woman (in his own words, and so the filmmakers would have you believe). There are many wonderful things about this film, but the most amazing is the final one, as a concert is played by his family in Havana and he is absolutely on the spot, playing with perfect pitch for hours. He is certainly not Cuban, yet his ability to play with utter perfection belies the history of persecution he endured. There is no doubt he has the talent of a virtuoso, and this is very commendable. But as a history lesson, it is a failure. If they wanted to make a serious look at the man, this might have been more interesting, but as a musical biography, it is a disappointing failure.

Tuesday, 22 Dec 2020 16:07

Although they deal with several long-dead men, there are many sources of inspiration in this documentary, from such titles as "Life in Music" (with a spot-on soundtrack), "A Tuba to Cuba" and "Chariots of Fire". It was also nice to see Héctor Gonzalez Caro, one of the best Spanish music scholars, back in his native country after 30 years. This documentary is the very least of the long list of things that fascinate me about this great musician. See it, if you can, and have a great time.

Tuesday, 22 Dec 2020 06:37

This is one of the best documentaries on the human element of Cuban music since I Saw You. The story of Vicky Avila is gripping and the images of Cuban people moving to a city all their own in the US is devastating. The music is superb, the photography is beautiful, the music is perfect and every scene is compelling, even the "take back to Cuba" rallies are riveting. It really makes you want to be a Cuban but is also essential viewing for anyone interested in the Cuban culture.

Friday, 11 Dec 2020 09:57

Fifty-year-old Salma Sheik was the first Gulf War widow in the US. Her husband had died in the attack on Kuwait in 1990, and she had remained home to raise three children, the youngest of whom is now 30, and take care of the disabled one. When war broke out in the early 1990s, she had to learn to adapt. Most of the people in the audience had never heard of her until the last few minutes. "Fifty-Year Old Women in the Gulf War" is an intriguing examination of her life. It is riveting, moving and tells an engaging story. It is mostly filmed in a serene setting, in a city apartment in Montreal, where Sheik lived for her last three years before the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Sheik was unable to adapt to the conditions of her own country. She moved to Montreal for the first time, and got a job as a waitress in a Mexican restaurant. She then worked in an apartment building while the Soviets were invading. For a while, she lived there with her daughters and another daughter. She kept a low profile, especially when she and her daughters were returning from the US, and she never went to the restaurant. She was out of contact with her oldest daughter until the attack on Kuwait, when she became worried that she might be killed. She was eventually reunited with her youngest daughter, who is now 29. She spoke with the journalist Peter Greste and showed her post-war home. She was physically fit, and had worked out and was healthy. She was actually kind of a skinnier woman than she had been before the war. She was divorced, and after many years she is divorced herself. She suffered no post-war depression, but the trauma and stress of the war had damaged her health. She had high cholesterol and diabetes, had multiple sclerosis and made many other health problems. She had worked in hospitals and she could stand up for herself. She had nothing to eat, had to get up at 6am and then have lunch with no money. She did not receive health care and her insurance was very limited. She says she has never worked again after the war. She made the most of the terrible crisis. Her daughter is now a nurse and she is taking care of her. "Fifty-Year Old Women in the Gulf War" is a compelling film and I recommend it.

Wednesday, 09 Dec 2020 17:08

The group of islanders involved in the recording of the 'Voice of the People' became associated with Fidel Castro, the legendary revolutionary leader who founded the island nation of Cuba in 1928. While on the island they were shown various films and films of Cuba. On the special edition DVD, the footage from this trip is included as well. There are also a number of films from this tour made at the time, the most prominent being A TUNA TO CUBA. The discussion and travel schedules of the group and the discussions among the participants are fascinating. The film includes the birth of the island, the founding of the republic and how the people of Cuba from all walks of life responded to Fidel Castro's government and revolution. The group of visitors who were interviewed were also able to describe how the people of Cuba were able to live during this period. These are the things that the film doesn't focus on, like the fighting between the rebels and the regime. The film offers a few glimpses of Castro's first coming into power and how his administration was greeted by the people. Although the Cuban Revolution, which was clearly a response to the Soviets, is a more recent subject, the documentary captures the spirit of the time that inspired this revolution. The documentary is really a journey that was organized by a small group of people. The travel of the group, the filming and the discussions led to a group of participants who would meet again to continue the trip. This documentary includes a lot of interviews and commentary from different people who participated in the trip. I think that the travel is worth seeing and would recommend it to anyone interested in the subject. It's interesting to see how different people reacted to this revolution. This group went to Cuba to record a very significant event in the history of their country.

Monday, 30 Nov 2020 22:48

I was very surprised and pleased by this movie. I am not a trained jazz musician. It was definitely a nice documentary and I would watch it again. The director knew how to tell his story and had the ability to tell it effectively. To my knowledge, the band members did not take part in the filming. If you are a fan of the band and feel that they have a good story to tell, go check it out. I hope there are others like me who are willing to take a chance on a little overlooked musical artist.

Sunday, 22 Nov 2020 13:45

The documentary on the Afro-Cuban musician, Jose Maria Balaguero (of "Coffee and Cigarettes") is rather entertaining as a travelogue of Balaguero's complex love life and difficult beginnings. It gives a fascinating insight into the relationship between Balaguero and his parents and how they interact. Balaguero's father is portrayed as being extremely patriotic and extremely confrontational in his views on Cuba and other people of African descent. This contrast is made apparent through the interviews of other family members in which Balaguero can be seen as a loud, impulsive child, who eventually comes to terms with his father's anti-black views and a desire for love in his son. As he grows up, Balaguero is given a considerable amount of space to speak about his feelings, both positive and negative. One interviewee relates that he was shocked by Balaguero's interpretation of his daughter's behavior in response to the media's calling attention to his romantic relationships. The interviewee reflects that the sexual orientation of the girls and women in the early Cuban sex clubs had been irrelevant to Balaguero's observations until the late 1960's. In Balaguero's mind, sexuality was not considered a positive concept and, as a result, was something to be feared. Balaguero's mother describes the two of them as "close friends" who avoided saying anything to each other and were often angered by rumors of their sexual relationships. These years of near-annihilation of his family are played up in a very tender and well-done performance by Balaguero. The first interviewee is a close friend and colleague of Balaguero's mother. When Balaguero's mother asks him whether he is gay, Balaguero's immediate response is "no" and he is not embarrassed to reveal the fact that he was attracted to men. The interview is frank, but there is an almost shy look in Balaguero's face and he simply responds with an unpretentious, matter-of-fact response. The interviewer, playing the interviewer, does not even have to be present, since Balaguero and his mother talk in front of him. I have heard a number of interviews with Balaguero and they often reflect his demeanor and feelings, and, in these cases, the interviewees seem to reflect Balaguero's opinions on gay men, women, and men in general. Balaguero's attraction to men was one of a handful of factors that drove his desire for sex with women. As the film progresses, it becomes clear that he made a conscious decision to have sexual relationships with men as a means of getting the sexual satisfaction that he felt he was entitled to by his mother's dictates. The movie "El Amor De La Habana" records Balaguero's life over a period of several years, beginning with his father's death and the publication of his musical compositions, to his father's death, his resignation from the government, and his great disappointment with the very end of his father's government. Many of his family members have a lot of personal stories about their relationships with Balaguero. The interviewees give very frank accounts of their dislike and resentment for their former father-in-law. It is clear that there was a profound effect of their resentment toward the government on their son's physical and emotional well-being. Balaguero is invited to be interviewed by a family member who was a close friend. This family member provides a detailed account of the horrible and disrespectful treatment of Balaguero by the government and his father-in-law. It is obvious from this account that his attitude toward his father-in-law was also harshly influenced by the government. In my opinion, "El Amor De La Habana" is a very well-done documentary that was well received by most of the Cuban audiences it was shown in. It seems to have taken root in the world community in Cuba, and I am not sure that it will gain wide acceptance outside of Cuba. While it is true that Balaguero's music will not be heard again in Cuba for years, his music will never be forgotten.

Sunday, 22 Nov 2020 04:14

As someone who lives in SF and was a musician, I found the title "Tuba to Cuba" deeply touching. This was a great tour de force for the African-American music that is often overlooked. The real master class was given by Raphael Saadiq. What a marvelous son of a gun! Watching him talk about how he grew up in South Central, where he grew up at age 2 with a single mother and 5 brothers who grew up on the streets, he had great insight into the community of the poor and working class of South Central. Of course, he was born a Catholic, so he was forced to teach on Sunday mornings, and had to study and recite the hymns from the Mass at the parish church. He used music in class, so he could see students perform "My Way" and other popular South Central rap music. As he showed in the last stop of the tour, there were children playing "Go, baby Go" at their musical instrument, and they used the tape to play the rhythm of the song. If I lived in South Central, I would like to go to school there with him. No surprise that he is a fervent Christian, as he spent his life making "Soul Soul Soul" CDs for the poor and working class. His music is a testimony of how we need to live as a family, as well as one of the many beautiful, and uplifting, facets of life that exist in the spirit world.

Friday, 23 Oct 2020 11:22

There are three songs written and sung by Richard Rodgers, "Just Like a Woman," "Spanish Harlem Rose," and "Mother of the Bride." They were recorded live during a period in the 1960s that shaped the recording industry. The songs range from very famous (Jimmy's Song) to very obscure (New Orleans Square). There is an extraordinary ambiance of hope that permeates this film. I also think that the films composition is inspired by the musical events of the 1960s. For instance, I think that the camera pan from angle to angle is reminiscent of the opening of the musical. In addition, the character of Jimi Hendrix (the music on his "With a Little Help From My Friends" is also a touch of genius) is actually a reference to the musical. Rodger's songs have a ring of truth about them. In conclusion, there is a striking realism about this film that is almost hypnotic. It has a strange image that is profound. This is a film that I think would be appreciated by people who have never been exposed to music before.

Wednesday, 23 Sep 2020 00:52

A wonderful documentary by Martin Scorsese and a great one at that. I love the artistry of the shots and the music. I think that most people would be able to identify with the main character, and that it is also interesting to see the great music that is featured in the film. I think that the music is very important in the film and that the music is not just a tool that is used to get the film to its climax. A good film is a good film. The music is also a tool used to give us a good story to follow, and I think that this is one of the best films I have ever seen.

Thursday, 17 Sep 2020 03:39

I have seen this movie many times. I was first introduced to it in 1998 when I saw it on Broadway. Since then, I have watched it on the TV at least twice a week. It is an amazing film. The film is a mixture of music, acting, and story. It was great to see this film from the point of view of an African-American woman, who also happens to be the youngest girl in the movie. I was very proud of the fact that the film had a female director and writer. It is very inspiring to see the characters from a different perspective, and to have the role of the African-American woman not only given to a woman, but to a young woman, who was born into this culture. It was also very inspiring to see a young girl be a part of this film, to see her take on a role, and show that she can be just as strong as the characters in this film. I was very proud to see that all of the main actors, were all actresses, who had great respect for the music, and for the men and women who were involved with this project. The director of the film, had also done the music for this film. She has a talent for creating a dramatic soundtrack, which will be played over the film. The sound was also very good. It was a wonderful experience to see the music from the African-American perspective, and to hear the music, from the perspective of an African-American woman. The music was very powerful. I have watched this film several times, and will continue to watch it for many years to come.

Monday, 14 Sep 2020 08:12

The Grateful Dead at the Rose Bowl (1970) 'Tuba to Cuba' is the book that documentary filmmaker and music critic Michael Pollan recommends as a way to approach the 'Deadhead' phenomenon. 'Tuba to Cuba' tells a compelling tale of a group of 'Deadheads' from their origins as hippies in the early sixties through to their identification as 'Deadheads' and their relationship with the current generation. Pollan tries to discover the roots of the Grateful Dead phenomenon, how they got started, what their greatest achievement is, and what inspired their music to become what it is today. The story is told in a non-linear manner, with interviews from people involved in the dead's activities, all the way through to the current scene. Through an array of personal accounts, we learn about the lives of the Deadheads, including their deaths and more, and how their fan base has changed since the beginning of the 'Dead movement'. In this way, Pollan explores the Dead's history in a very interesting and insightful way. There are some flaws in the film. This is an important film, and it should have been released as a documentary rather than a film. Pollan should have done more research into the Dead's history, but I think his film is worth seeing. It is the best documentary of the decade.

Friday, 04 Sep 2020 04:40

A Tuba to Cuba is a fantastic documentary about the long-running rock band The Ramones, a band who have been around for decades, who were given a few too many chances to perform on stage, and who have been criticized for not being able to perform on stage due to health problems. The documentary follows the band as they play shows, get in shape, and even get into a few fights. They show their dedication and friendship to the fans, and their struggle to get to the top of the charts. The documentary is shot on a hand-held camcorder, and includes interviews with the band members, their manager, and a few other people. It has a great feel to it, with a soundtrack of some of the greatest rock songs ever, and also includes a lot of pictures of The Ramones in action. The documentary also includes a lot of commentary from the band members, and even includes interviews with some of their friends, and their manager. It's a great documentary that will appeal to all fans of The Ramones, and is a must-see for all fans of rock and roll.

Saturday, 22 Aug 2020 05:41

I had heard about this documentary a few years ago, but never got around to seeing it. When I got the chance to see it on HBO, I was very pleasantly surprised. The way it was filmed and edited, and the way it was edited. I think it was a very realistic documentary, that actually worked. I am a big fan of Rodriguez, and his music is my favorite. He just took the music, and made it a little more "hip" and a little more "edgy" than I expected. It was very interesting to see how he mixed the songs, and changed the lyrics, and all that. It was a really cool documentary. The editing was also very good, and very interesting. I recommend this documentary to anyone who is a fan of Rodriguez, or a fan of music. I think you will really like this movie.

Tuesday, 18 Aug 2020 01:16

This movie made me see music and music history. I also saw some facts about the history of Cuban music and the band "Pitbull". The music itself was amazing. The songs and songs by the band, Pitbull, and the director, were amazing. They showed that there was a lot of passion in Cuba for music, which was shown in this film. The director made a very good job at showing how Cuban music is still present in Cuba and how important it is to have a good band. I think that the director made a very good job at making the film look like a documentary. The actors did a good job. The actors were great. The movie was very inspiring and showed how important music is in Cuba, and the importance of having a good band. I think that this is a must see for anyone who is interested in music. I think that anyone who is interested in music and the history of Cuba should watch this movie.

Thursday, 13 Aug 2020 20:51

This documentary is one of the best I've seen. The acting was superb and it made me laugh out loud many times. It was so sad to see the great players of the past such as Elmer Fudd, Paul Robeson and many others leaving the stage in recent years. It makes me wonder if they will ever be remembered. I was really disappointed that this documentary didn't mention Paul Robeson, Charles Lindbergh and the great Elmer Fudd. The documentary is so great that it even made me cry and laugh out loud. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone.

Saturday, 18 Jul 2020 22:53

A Tuba to Cuba, an independent film from the Dominican Republic, shows a young woman's journey from a life of poverty to the Caribbean world of music, dance, and life. Through a string of performances, we see a range of women who have become famous in their own right and how they've made a mark on the world. The film is beautifully shot, and provides insight into the lives of the people in the small country. This documentary does a great job of telling a story, and is filled with great performances and footage. I highly recommend this film.

Wednesday, 08 Jul 2020 05:09

I found this documentary very interesting. It is a very well made documentary and it was a very good interview. It is a very interesting look at the life of the Cuban Revolution and the Cuban people and the Revolution itself. The film does not try to take sides, it simply shows the lives of the people and how they were affected by the revolution. The documentary is very well done, and is a very good documentary. It is a very good documentary.

Thursday, 25 Jun 2020 03:15

There is a bit of a trend here in "The Best of The Best" series. The first two "Best of The Best" were made at the same time as the first "The Best of The Best", with both being excellent films. This film is very different. I thought the plot was so interesting that it probably was too much for one viewing, but after multiple viewings, I can see why people thought it was great. The film is extremely long, but if you are interested in Cuba's life before he became a famous singer, the film is very well made. The film is extremely focused on Cuba, and focuses on his life before he became a famous singer. The film gives his life a very good personal angle, and helps to paint a picture of his life before he became famous. It also focuses on the people who he was close to, and the people who he was not close to, and how they shaped his life. The film also shows how he became famous and how he became successful. It also shows how he tried to be like everyone else, and how he could never match up to the other famous singers in his life. The film also shows the other singers that he is close to, and how he tried to help them, and how he helped them, and how he tried to help them. The film is very well made, and the best thing about the film is that it is very focused on Cuba. I have never heard of this man, but he is definitely a very talented person, and he was definitely an important part of my life. I think this is a very important film for everyone who has a love for music, and a passion for this man. This film is very much worth seeing, and I think you will love it.

Thursday, 18 Jun 2020 20:31

The film was quite interesting and told the story of the Cuban Revolution. However, the performances of the actors were disappointing. While the casting was fantastic, the actors themselves did not show the emotions they could have, which could have been indicative of their character. The scene where the actor who was the wife was raped and the others took the blame was well done. However, the scene where he was the witness to the killing of the family was not, and the actor did not show the emotion he could have had. Perhaps it is not possible to portray the human emotion of someone who has been subjected to such a brutal crime. However, the film was well done, and it should be required viewing in the media courses.

Saturday, 25 Apr 2020 18:17

I just got back from watching this film and it's definitely not a film I'd like to watch again. It's a very slow moving film with very little action, and is very slow. I would have liked to see more action and more music. I think the film would have been better if the film was more like a documentary. The documentary part of the film was very interesting, but I was not very impressed with the film itself. It's definitely not a film I'd watch again.

Friday, 24 Apr 2020 20:43

The film is not the best I have ever seen. I have seen many documentaries about the history of the Cuban Revolution, and this one is not very good. But I think that it is a good movie to see. The most important thing about the film is the fact that the documentary is in English, and the movie is in Spanish. This is a good thing, because I think that English is a very important language in Cuba. I think that this is a very good documentary, and I recommend it to everyone.

Friday, 24 Apr 2020 20:13

The cast of artists were truly amazing, especially David Bowie, although he's not really known for his singing. I think he should have been nominated for a Grammy. He was really good, and I could really feel his pain. I really loved the story and the characters, especially the little boy. He was the best part of the movie. It really was an amazing film. It was a great documentary about the music and the musicians. The documentary also really gave you the feeling of being there, experiencing it. It really was a very moving film, but I didn't really feel like I was there. It was more like I was just sitting on a couch watching it on TV. I think it was the cinematography and the soundtrack. They really made it look like they were there. The costumes were very beautiful and realistic. The use of light and color were very good. I think the director did a great job of capturing the feel of the music. The only thing I did not like about the film was the pacing. The film started out slow, and then it was really fast. I did not like it at all. Overall, I think this film is a really great movie. It really was a great documentary about music and the musicians. I highly recommend it.

Catherine Hawkins

Friday, 24 Apr 2020 15:52

This is a very good documentary, a must see for anyone who loves music, or loves the music industry. This movie is an insider's view of the music business, from the people who create and own it to the people who deal with the music industry. Every business has its problems, and they are all true. I will be recommending this to friends. I hope this movie gets released in a few countries so that people everywhere can see this documentary. It is so important to hear what people think about music. The music business is like any other business. It is like a family. Everyone has to learn how to make decisions on their own and make the right ones. I hope this movie will get the distribution it deserves. Thank you for making this documentary!

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