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Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance

Dutch premiere
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Director Khadifa Wong
United States 2020
94 minutes
English
The rich history of jazz dance is brought to life in a ground-breaking documentary, revealing the roots and evolution of the art form with a stellar cast of industry legends.

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.

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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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