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Sworn to the Drum: A Tribute to Francisco Aguabella (1995) | Criteria

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Sworn to the Drum: A Tribute to Francisco Aguabella

United States / English / 1995 / 35m

Letterboxd: 3.48/5·401 ratings·87 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

The impassioned rhythms of Francisco Aguabella’s conga propel this portrait of the great Afro-Cuban percussionist.

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Position 16

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