

“A documentary about the incredible life of the musician Xavier Cugat”
A joyful tale filled with music. The rise of radio. The jazz big bands. The legendary clubs and ballrooms. The soundtracks of the great musical films and TV shows. Sex and romance, gangsters, luxury cars and palm trees. From Barcelona to New York, with a stop in Cuba. The birth of Las Vegas. The sound of the maracas. Chihuahuas everywhere. The incredible life story of Xavier Cugat (1900-90).

Eduard Fornés
Self - Book Editor

Alex Zara
Self - Musician

Joana Biarnés
Self - Photographer

Nina Agustí
Self - Singer

Joan Valls
Self - Hotel Manager

Xavier Cugat
Self - Musician (archive footage)