Ruben Blades Is Not My Name

2018
Ruben Blades Is Not My Name
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Title: Ruben Blades Is Not My Name

Original Title: Ruben Blades Is Not My Name

Year: 2018

Info

  • Country: Panama Argentina
  • Length: 85 Minutes (1 hour 25 min)
  • Genre: Documentary

Plot

'Ruben Blades Is Not My Name' is a documentary directed by Abner Benaim ('Invasion', 'Empleadas y patrones', 'Good Vibes') about one of the most recognized singers and composers in Latin America: Rubén Blades. The documentary delves into his career, his legacy, his relationships and the difficulties that lead to the path of fame and success. As many of his lyrics as his explosive rhythms took the musical genre of the halls to a more international audience, giving him the relevance he currently enjoys. Winner of 17 Grammys, a Law graduate from Harvard, Blades has also worked as an actor in Hollywood ('Predator 2', 'Safe House'), activist and politician. The documentary tells the story of the artist and his experiences around the world.

Cast

Director:

Abner Benaim Abner Benaim

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Trivia

Salsa poet

Ruben Blades is also known as "The salsa poet" or "The salsa intellectual".

Guest stars

During the documentary, other artist take part like Sting, Residente (Calle 13), Paul Simon or Gilberto Santa Rosa.

Salsa revolution

With his 69 years, Blades made a revolution in salsa gender at 70's with his demands and social lyrics.

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