Ruben Blades Is Not My Name (2018)

Immerse yourself in the vibrant life of Latin American icon, Ruben Blades, the heart of the 1970s New York Salsa revolution. His profoundly social lyrics and electrifying rhythms catapulted Salsa music onto the global stage. A multi-faceted genius, Blades boasts of 17 Grammys, an illustrious Hollywood acting career, a law degree from Harvard, and a daring presidential run in his home country of Panama. Residing in New York, he unveils his private and professional life to the camera with compelling intimacy. Renowned director Abner Benaim invites us on a captivating odyssey through Ruben's five-decade-long career, hinting that the maestro may yet harbor unfulfilled musical and political dreams. The film stands as a jubilant tribute to this living legend, chronicling his ongoing struggle to reconcile with his extraordinary legacy.

Ruben Blades Is Not My Name is a documentary movie featuring Sting and directed by Abner Benaim.

Ruben Blades Is Not My Name is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on DIRECTV and Pantaya.

It is also possible to buy Ruben Blades Is Not My Name on Apple TV.