Why We Dance

Documentary 2020

Available on Prime Video, Tubi TV

This series uncovers the hidden street dancing culture present from around the world that are often living outside of the mainstream and rejected by the forces of conformity.

Documentary 2020

TV-MA

EPISODE 1

Dancing Through Life: Tony's Rhythm of Love

Tony, a Mexican civil servant, defies age with breakdancing and bonds with his son, who has Down syndrome, through dance.

15 min · Jan 1, 2020 TV-MA
EPISODE 2

Groove of Hope: Rahul's Journey from Slum to Stage

Rahul seeks a better life in India through dance. He confronts challenges with hopeful determination, aiming to uplift his family from the slums.

13 min · Jan 1, 2020 TV-MA
EPISODE 3

My Body, My Rules: Jordan and Kayla's Dance of Empowerment

LA strip dancers, Jordan and Kayla, defy stereotypes by using dance as a powerful form of self-expression.

18 min · Jan 1, 2020 TV-MA
EPISODE 4

Nomadic Beats: Hsan's Journey from Tunisia to LA

Hsan, a Tunisian dancer living in LA, embraces a nomadic lifestyle as he pursues his dream after the Tunisian Revolution.

17 min · Jan 1, 2020 TV-MA
EPISODE 5

Dancing Through Darkness: Eric's Journey of Redemption

Eric finds redemption through dance amidst life's tragedies. He uses dance as a lighthouse during dark times.

14 min · Jan 1, 2020 TV-MA
EPISODE 6

They Say No, We Say Yes! - Sudana and Girls on the Dance Floor

Sudana empowers Indian girls by offering free dance classes, providing them with an escape from archaic societal expectations.

13 min · Jan 1, 2020 TV-MA

Yun Xie

Director

About

Why We Dance

DOCUMENTARY

This series uncovers the hidden street dancing culture present from around the world that are often living outside of the mainstream and rejected by the forces of conformity.

Information

Released: 2020
Rated: TV-MA

Languages

Subtitles: English (United States) (SDH)