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Get Rollin' is a 1980 American roller disco docudrama directed by J. Terrance Mitchell. The film centers on the vibrant skating community at Brooklyn's Empire Rollerdrome, featuring interviews with notable skaters and dynamic roller disco performances set to popular music. Key figures include Pat 'the Cat' Richardson and Vincent 'Vinzerelli' Brown, who share their experiences and talents in the roller disco scene.
The film combines real-life interviews with dramatized audition scenes, creating a unique blend of documentary and narrative styles. It captures the energy of roller disco culture while showcasing the personalities that defined it, offering viewers a glimpse into a lively subculture of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Why Watch
- •See Pat 'the Cat' skate on the Brooklyn Bridge.
- •Meet colorful skaters like Vincent 'Vinzerelli' Brown.
- •Find out about the roller disco scene at Empire Rollerdrome.
Did You Know
•The film features skater Pat 'the Cat' Richardson and Vincent 'Vinzerelli' Brown.
•Get Rollin' was directed by J. Terrance Mitchell and released in 1980.
•Vincent Canby of The New York Times praised the film for its 'genuine good feelings'.
•The film has a runtime of 78 minutes and was produced in the US.
Perfect For
Roller disco fans1980s pop culture enthusiastsDocumentary lovers