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A Tuba To Cuba

Name: A Tuba To Cuba
Director: T.G. Herrington, Danny Clinch
Released: 2019
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

8.3/10

Excellent

2019

TV-PG

Director

T.G. Herrington, Danny Clinch

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

A Tuba To Cuba disrupts conventional Western musical narratives by focusing on Afro-Caribbean influences. By tracing the lineage from New Orleans to Cuba, the film explores how identity and heritage are preserved through music. The documentary effectively highlights the role of musicians of color in preserving cultural traditions. However, it follows a traditional patriarchal structure centered on a male-driven legacy. The film does not provide information on LGBTQ+ or disability representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Tuba To Cuba have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The documentary focuses on musical history and a specific journey. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or narratives in this film.

How does A Tuba To Cuba portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around a son carrying out his late father's dream, reinforcing a traditional family line. This emphasizes a patriarchal structure focused on male succession.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Tuba To Cuba?

Excellent

The film examines the African Diaspora by looking at connections between New Orleans and Cuba. It highlights the role of musicians of color in preserving cultural traditions.

How does A Tuba To Cuba represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges Western-centric musical hierarchies by highlighting Afro-Caribbean influences. It uses music to reveal historical connections and shared cultural struggles.

Does A Tuba To Cuba include disability representation?

Fair

There is no information available regarding the depiction of disability or neurodivergence within this documentary.

Present on Screen

Challenges Western-centric musical hierarchies by centering Afro-Caribbean influences.
Explores the African Diaspora and the blending of racial identities through music.
Highlights the role of musicians of color in preserving cultural traditions.

Limited or Absent

Follows a traditional patriarchal lineage centered on a son's legacy.
Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ characters or narratives.
Lacks information regarding the depiction of disability or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

A son seeking to fulfill his late father’s dream takes his band from the storied city of New Orleans to the shores of Cuba, where — through the universal language of music — dark and ancient connections between their peoples reveal the roots of jazz.

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