Dancing in A-Yard
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Dancing in A-Yard is a documentary film. directed by Manuela Dalle. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dimitri Chamblas, Dr. Bidhan Ro, and Dimitri Gales
Synopsis
In prisons ruled by toxic masculinity, dancing is an absolute taboo. But at Lancaster’s A-Yard, near Los Angeles, a group of young men, willing to take a chance to be mocked in the yard, start a dance class led by French choreographer Dimitri Chamblas. This class quickly becomes an intoxicating escape from their grim reality so they decide to create a dance show. In this exceptional context, the inmates engage with overwhelming sincerity, evoking their childhood, ganglife, the crimes, the prison, and their desire for transformation. Beyond damaged lives and a prison system on the edge of the abyss, DANCING IN A-YARD explores redemption and the capacity of human beings to reinvent themselves, when given a chance. And more importantly, how art and introspection can help see the light.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 30, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dancing in A-Yard about?
In prisons ruled by toxic masculinity, dancing is an absolute taboo. But at Lancaster’s A-Yard, near Los Angeles, a group of young men, willing to take a chance to be mocked in the yard, start a ...
Who directed Dancing in A-Yard?
Dancing in A-Yard was directed by Manuela Dalle.
How long is Dancing in A-Yard?
Dancing in A-Yard has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Dancing in A-Yard released?
Dancing in A-Yard was released on September 30, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dancing in A-Yard?
The main cast of Dancing in A-Yard includes Dimitri Chamblas, Dr. Bidhan Ro, Dimitri Gales, Kenneth Webb, Antonio Toy.