Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance
Synopsis
Follow the fascinating evolution of jazz dance from its origins in Africa, through to its modern-day interpretations which reveal the political and social influences affecting the dance form today. Through this celebration of the art form, with special appearances from industry stars such as Debbie Allen, George Faison, Chita Rivera, Camille A. Brown and Thomas F. DeFrantz, a spellbinding story of triumph over adversity, oppression, and privilege is uncovered.
Follow the fascinating evolution of jazz dance from its origins in Africa, through to its modern-day interpretations which reveal the political and social influences affecting the dance form today. Through this celebration of the art form, with special appearances from industry stars such as Debbie Allen, George Faison, Chita Rivera, Camille A. Brown and Thomas F. DeFrantz, a spellbinding story of triumph over adversity, oppression, and privilege is uncovered.
Full credits
- Section
- Out of Competition
- Director
- Khadifa Wong
- Production countries
- United States
- Production year
- 2020
- Duration
- 94 minutes
- Producer
- Lisa Donmall-Reeve
- Website
- https://uprootedfilm.com/thefilm/
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