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Celia Cruz and the Fania Allstars in Africa
Celia Cruz and the Fania Allstars in Africa

CELIA CRUZ AND THE FANIA ALLSTARS IN AFRICA

Directed by Leon Gast
Congo, United States, 1974
Documentary, Music

Synopsis

In 1974, during the heyday of the New York salsa explosion, the Fania All Stars were invited to perform in front of 80,000 people at a stadium in Zaire, Africa. Featuring exquisite performances by Celia Cruz, Héctor Lavoe and the All Stars’ many other virtuoso players and vocalists.

Synopsis

In 1974, during the heyday of the New York salsa explosion, the Fania All Stars were invited to perform in front of 80,000 people at a stadium in Zaire, Africa. Featuring exquisite performances by Celia Cruz, Héctor Lavoe and the All Stars’ many other virtuoso players and vocalists.