Overview
Leon Gast's musical documentary reveals New York City's Latin culture and features live performances of salsa greats The Fania All Stars and The Spanish Speaking People of New York. A document of urban American Hispanic culture, Gast's film captures the rhythms of New York's Spanish Harlem, from illegal cockfights and Santeria rituals to the rooftops and backstreets of El Barrio and the legendary musicians performing at the Cheetah club.
Production
Fania Records
Cast & Characters
Héctor Lavoe
Self
Willie Colón
Self
Ray Barretto
Self
Bobby Cruz
Self
Cheo Feliciano
Self
Richie Ray
Self
Bobby Valentín
Self
Ismael Miranda
Self
Roberto Roena
Self
Directors & Crew
Barrie Singer
Producer
Leon Gast
Director
Screenshots & Stills
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