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Malcolm X1992Directed by Spike Lee |
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In this film of the life of the great African American activist Malcolm X, his early fascination with Lindy Hop is portrayed with exciting dance scenes. The dancing was choreographed by Otis Sallid who supplied the staging. Frankie Manning was dance consulatant and provided the authentic Lindy Hop styling, steps and movement.During the rehearsals, Spike Lee frequently asked "Is this right, Mr. Manning?" and was clearly concerned with accurate portrayal of the Lindy Hop. Despite this, the editing of the final version of the film bore Otis Sallid's unmistakable imprint as an MTV choreographer. Perhaps most misleading was the impression made that airsteps were done constantly on the dance floor of the Savoy Ballroom, whereas in reality they were only done during contests and in jams, when the dancers were virtually cordoned off by a circle of spectators. | Dancers:
Denzel Washington
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Written and researched by Judy Pritchett with Frankie Manning (C)1995,1996,1997.May be reproduced only with explicit written permission. Last updated:1 September 1997. Send your suggestions, corrections or comments to judyp@mcn.org This Archive is also part of the World Lindy Hop Federation Archives maintained by Keith Hughes. |
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