Trina
James 2
Brenton
Arkitekt
Cibbuano
Book of Chux
Marie-Claire
Planet Bboy Review
June 20th 2007 07:34
Planet Bboy - inspiring and insightful
Tuesday night, 19th June 2007. George St Cinemas, Sydney.
My b-boyfriend had raved on about this film and watched it a second time with me, spoiling some of the plot and humorous moments. Bastard. He raved about it:
"I was touched... not just by the weirdo sitting behind me, but also the movie. But not as much as the weirdo sitting behind me...
Well the documentary is more so about the Struggle and Glory of a bboy... not so much about the dance moves. "So Moving!!!" was the guy behind me, but also again was the movie... Im so proud to be a bboy."
Well the documentary is more so about the Struggle and Glory of a bboy... not so much about the dance moves. "So Moving!!!" was the guy behind me, but also again was the movie... Im so proud to be a bboy."
So it's understandable, when you see a documentary that really speaks out to you, that you can relate to so closely you can claim it's the story of your life (without the subtitles).
This film wasn't made for the bboys, it was targeted at the 'mainstream' audience to give them a better understanding, and hopefully appreciation for this particular element of the Hip Hop culture. The reiteration throughout the movie that Hip Hop is a culture, is a form of expression for anyone who chooses to use this outlet, was refreshening; director Benson Lee's debut documentary explores the bboy way of life, and takes a look at how those close to them react to this unconventional path.
From the ongoing media exploitation of "breakdancing" and the lack of recognition and respect that bboys receive, Lee's honest insight into this generally misconceived world is inspiring, funny at times, and all real.
What makes this Hip Hop documentary unique is its broad, inter-cultural reach, following the journeys of five bboy crews - Knucklehead Zoo (USA), Ichigeki (Japan), Phase T (France), Gamblerz and Last For One (Korea) and their struggle to be the Battle of the Year 2005 Champions. Note: Lee had chosen 4 teams who by chance all made it to the top 4 (there were some obvious choices though).
I absolutely love and appreciate this film, director Benson Lee's intentions, passion and endurance and believe that this film will be one of great significance in the history of Bboying and Hip Hop. Please show your support and sign the petition to bring the film back to Sydney, as currently they don't have distribution rights for the film. If I had money to invest, most of it would go into this film. So come on, sign up to the mailing list/petition HERE.
P.S. To Katsu (Ichigeki), I want to have your baby.
After the first screening at the Sydney Film Festival last Sunday 17th June, the after party - 'Break Out' was held across the road (The Metro) where the local bboys jammed and supporters... well they supported. Here's some footage for those (like myself) who missed out. Oh and mr b-boyfriend is the first and last bboy in this clip. His comments:
There's more footage from the night HERE.
Planet Bboy Trailer
| 65 |
| Vote |
Add To: 
Subscribe to this blog
Comment by David
You're complaining about your boyfriend ruining a movie for you?
Try being a boyfriend for a day. Girlfriends don't just ruin movie experiences. They turn you off TV for life.
David ...
Comment by Trina
Hiphop
Confessions of a Serial Dancer
Competitions
Clubbing
Comment by Cibbuano
20/20 Filmsight
Science News
Hunt Famous
Orble Post of the Day
Fat Cult
Techbreak
Comment by Trina
Hiphop
Confessions of a Serial Dancer
Competitions
Clubbing
Comment by Georgina Calvi
All Things Sustainable
I'm addicted to my B-Boy PSP game (do not tell anyone)... and when I'm playing the game it never ceases to amaze me that people can actually do those moves with their bodies.
I hope it comes back to Sydney...
Comment by Trina
Hiphop
Confessions of a Serial Dancer
Competitions
Clubbing
Thanks for dropping by and make sure you come out to one of the local bboy events in the future!