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Our Film: Beat Ya Feet: The Evolution
This documentary will take you on a journey through the heart of the Beat Ya Feet movement. We'll speak with the original creators and pioneers, the new generation of dancers pushing the style forward, and the musicians and community members who have supported it from the beginning. Through rare archival footage, dynamic performances, and candid interviews, we will explore:
- The origins of Beat Ya Feet in the D.C. go-go scene.
- The key figures who developed the dance and its signature moves.
- How the dance has evolved and spread through social media and a global audience.
- The role of Beat Ya Feet as a form of self-expression and community building.
- The challenges and triumphs faced by the dancers in a rapidly changing city.
Why We Need Your Support
We have poured our hearts and countless hours into this project, but to bring this story to life with the quality it deserves, we need your help. Your generous donation will directly fund:
Production Costs: Securing professional camera equipment, lighting, and sound for high-quality interviews and performance shots.
Archival Licensing: Obtaining rights to historical music, go-go footage, and news clips that are essential to telling this story accurately.
Post-Production: Hiring a professional editor, color grader, and sound mixer to ensure the film looks and sounds incredible.
Film Festival Submissions: Covering the costs of submitting our film to major festivals, which is crucial for getting this story in front of a wide audience.
Join the Movement
Beat Ya Feet is a vibrant, powerful art form that deserves to be celebrated. By supporting this film, you are not just funding a documentary—you are helping to preserve a piece of Black cultural history and shining a spotlight on the incredible artists who created it.
Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to making this film a reality. Thank you for your time, your interest, and your support.
Organizer
Beat Ya Feet LLC
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Washington D.C., DC