Rolling at The Tower
"An Ode to Birmingham's Roller Skating Community"
Released just last year. Rolling at The Tower is a documentary film. directed by Yontan Tiruneh.
Starring Empress Gibbs, Simone Word Smith, and Charles Thomas
Synopsis
Dating back to the 1800s, Birmingham’s roller skating scene is a flourishing, diverse community - but it lacks dedicated spaces. This community documentary explores the history of one roller venue, The Tower Ballroom, and considers what it tells us about the power of community action.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 16, 2025
10 months ago
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Bertz Associates
- Children of the Diaspora
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolling at The Tower about?
Dating back to the 1800s, Birmingham’s roller skating scene is a flourishing, diverse community - but it lacks dedicated spaces. This community documentary explores the history of one roller ven...
Who directed Rolling at The Tower?
Rolling at The Tower was directed by Yontan Tiruneh.
When was Rolling at The Tower released?
Rolling at The Tower was released on March 16, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rolling at The Tower?
The main cast of Rolling at The Tower includes Empress Gibbs, Simone Word Smith, Charles Thomas, Danny Yaggan Richards, Edy aka “M.uuya”.