When you think of Latin percussion, think of Francisco Aguabella. Perhaps the finest Afro-Cuban master percussionist still living, he has become synonymous with his instrument — one of the highest compliments a musician can receive. Indeed, what Carlos Santana is to the guitar, Aguabella is to the conga drum.
Direction
Les Blank lets the rhythm breathe, never overcuts.
Sound
Your speakers will thank you. Wear headphones.
Director
Les Blank
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Les Blank shot this between his Louisiana food documentaries, explaining the sensory, almost hungry way he films Aguabella's hands.
Aguabella kept Santería rhythms alive in L.A. for decades while white rock stars borrowed the surface; this doc finally centers the source.
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