For Love or Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story (2000)

Name: For Love or Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Released: 2000
Duration: 120 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Andy García, Mía Maestro, Gloria Estefan, David Paymer, Charles S. Dutton

Drama TV Movie

Plot

Amid the backdrop of the 1970s Cuban revolution, renowned trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, portrayed by Andy Garcia, grapples with the conflict between his passion for music and his wife Marianela's (Mía Maestro) unwavering commitment to Castro's ideals. The narrative unfolds as Sandoval navigates the complexities of his artistic ambitions while facing political pressures. Featuring standout performances from Charles S. Dutton as jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie and José Zúñiga as fellow musician Paquito D'Rivera, this compelling biopic delves deep into the life of a talented artist while offering sharp commentary on the era's socio-political landscape.

Cast

Andy García Mía Maestro Gloria Estefan David Paymer Charles S. Dutton Tomas Milian Freddy Rodríguez José Zúñiga Fernanda Andrade Steven Bauer Fionnula Flanagan Michael O'Hagan Miriam Colon Ruben Rabasa Arturo Sandoval