Strut!
Each New Year's Day, the Philadelphia Mummers parade features a vibrant display of cultural diversity, transforming the city into a surreal celebration.
Synopsis
Each New Year's Day, the Philadelphia Mummers parade features a vibrant display of cultural diversity, transforming the city into a surreal celebration.
Synopsis
On New Year's Day, the Philadelphia Mummers parade transforms the city into a vibrant spectacle of creativity and joy. Electricians, longshoremen, and other working-class participants don elaborate costumes, blending pre-colonial history with Vaudeville humor and Broadway-style performances. The event reflects themes of freedom, family, and the immigrant experience. Directed by Max L. Raab, Strut. features interviews, vintage footage, and music, capturing the essence of this unique celebration that has become a cherished tradition in Philadelphia.
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