One of the true legends of Cuban music, Compay Segundo has been part of the musical history of his country for over 70 years. His music sums up everthing that Cuba evokes - music, revolution, rum, women, cigars and sunshine. Filled with music performances both solo and with the Buena Vista Social Club, this fascinating portrait of an incomparable musician is also a portrait of a country as mythical as it is misunderstood.