Cuban culture has been shaped by influences from Africa, Spain, Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Cuban music incorporates styles such as son, guajira, bolero, rumba, mambo, and timba. Cuban literature began in the 19th century with works focusing on abolition and independence, and it continues to be influential. Cuban film saw a golden age in the years following the 1959 revolution, producing famous movies like Las docesillas and Memorias del subdesarrollo and directors like Eduardo Manet.