Pharaohs of Memphis (2014) watch online HD

Pharaohs of Memphis delves deeper into the fascinating origins of jookin and its current standing in the dance world. Romeo, widely-known as one of the key founders of the jookin movement, describes its origins as "gangsta walking" during an era of violent Memphis crime. Current emulators of the Memphis style recall its evolution from gangsta walking into present-day jookin. Several dancers - Lil' Buck, Ryan Haskett, Daniel Price, Carmen Savage - share their personal connection with dance, be it an outlet for creative energy or a way to avoid crime. The film employs the use of contemporary dance competitions as well as archival footage to depict the complex world of jookin, a style both inspiring and unrelenting. The film is soundtracked primarily by current Memphis hip-hop groups; Iron Mic Coalition, Preauxx, and The Sidewayz all contribute to the importance of localized music as related to dance.