Taking Back the Groove
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Taking Back the Groove is a documentary film. directed by Celia Aniskovich. At just 33 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richie Weeks and Jerome Derradji
Synopsis
Taking Back The Grove tells the story of Bronx-born, disco superstar Richie Weeks, whose hit song Rock Your World made it to No. 1 on the dance charts in the 80s. Like many Black artists throughout American recording history, his talent was strip-mined to enrich white-owned record labels. Weeks and his manager Jerome Derradji narrate the story of how they clawed back the rights to Weeks' music and the ongoing fight to restore his legacy and share his music.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dial Tone Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taking Back the Groove about?
Taking Back The Grove tells the story of Bronx-born, disco superstar Richie Weeks, whose hit song Rock Your World made it to No. 1 on the dance charts in the 80s. Like many Black artists throughout...
Who directed Taking Back the Groove?
Taking Back the Groove was directed by Celia Aniskovich.
How long is Taking Back the Groove?
Taking Back the Groove has a runtime of 0 hours and 33 minutes (33 minutes total).
When was Taking Back the Groove released?
Taking Back the Groove was released on August 13, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Taking Back the Groove?
The main cast of Taking Back the Groove includes Richie Weeks, Jerome Derradji.