I think the first time that I ever saw the interior of a Cuban building was in that, 90's Wim Wender's documentary, Buena Vista Social Club. If you haven't seen it yet, you really should (and then, you'll want to go out and buy the soundtrack if you missed that trend, first time around. Makes for a great Indian Summer, patio party soundtrack) The film gives you an incredibly sensitive look into 'modern day' Cuba. Modern day Cuba, the faded beauty of a Grande Dame... hanging on to her beauty, despite. The patina of years of decay and neglect, like a weathered face mapped deep with laugh lines, adds to the beauty and depth of character. Cuba is on my, 'to-do' list. In the mean time, I soak in any imagery I can find that reflects such elegance and stoicism. These interiors shot by Michael Eastman
