Uprooted - The Journey of Jazz Dance

Editor, 2019-2020

Uprooted is a feature-length documentary that takes an in-depth look at the roots, evolution and future of Jazz Dance.

The story of Jazz Dance is a complex one and goes to the very heart of humanity. It is a story of triumph over adversity, oppression and privilege, as well as a celebration, because ultimately, what all people have in common is rhythm and a basic human need to get down.

Now streaming on HBO Max.

www.uprootedfilm.com

Director: Khadifa Wong
Producer: Lisa Donmall-Reeve, LDR Creative
Original Concept: Zak Nemorin
Director of Photography: Matthew Simpkins, On the Rocks Films

Winner, Best Editing, 2021 SCAD Savannah Film Festival

Winner, Best Documentary, 2021 Pan African Film Festival

Winner, Best Musical Documentary, 2021 Rhode Island International Film Festival

Winner, Best Feature and Audience Choice Award, 2021 Dance on Camera Festival, Lincoln Centre

Winner, Best of Festival and Audience Award, 2021 Skyline Indie Film Festival

Winner, Outstanding Feature Documentary, 2021 Micheaux Film Festival

Winner, Audience Award, 2021 San Francisco Dance Film Festival