(UN)CREDITED | The Story of Afro Dance
(UN)CREDITED | A DOCUMENTARY ON HOW AFRO DANCE TRANSFORMED GLOBAL POP CULTURE
Few people realise that many of their favourite dance styles originate straight out of West Africa.
(UN)CREDITED is a visual origin story set in Nigeria’s cultural capital, Lagos; celebrating the past, present & future of Afro Dance.
Follow the thrilling journey of two Nigerian dancers as they compete in the country’s biggest dance competition, Red Bull Dance Your Style. Meet the African pioneers who have shaped street dance and modern pop culture from Lagos to Los Angeles. A phenomenon they haven’t been credited for… until now!
A year in the making, (UN)CREDITED | The Story of Afro Dance was a labour of love highlighting the stories of Nigerian dancers within the Afro Dance community. Dance has contributed significantly to the Afro Beats music genre both in Nigeria and globally. However, while famous musicians often reap the rewards, dancers are left uncredited.
“A foot solider is defined as a person who carries out important work but does not have a role of authority in an organisation of field. Dancers have been foot soldiers for too long!”
- “Izzy” Odigie, Dancer.
Creatives Kyla Philander and Andrew Kirkby pitched the documentary in May 2021 to the global Red Bull Dance team. Collaborating with a talented cast and crew, under executive producer Keane Balt, the documentary launched with premieres in Johannesburg and Lagos on December 6th, 2022. The documentary is available on Red Bull TV.
“We are humbled to be able to tell this important story that puts a spotlight on the Afro Dance community and their contribution towards both culture and music globally.”
- Andrew Kirkby, Creative Director & Editor.
Original story by Toheeb Azeez & Kafayat Oluwatoyin Shafau
Featuring
Obi Blayke Chibueze, Hermès Iyele Chibueze, Jerry Balogun, Seyi Oluyole, Kafayat Oluwatoyin Shafau, Eromose-Ordia "Tom-Tom", Davido, TG Omori, Dr. Arnold Udoka, Olawunmi Okerayi Omoyeni, 'Yeni' Anikulapo-Kuti, Saraphina ZambaIziegbe, "Izzy" Odigie.
Crew
Director: Kyla Philander
Creative Director: Andrew Kirkby
Producers: Keane Balt, Kirby Kruger, Dawa Thompson
Executive Producer: Keane Balt
Assistant Producer: Baneka Kene
Cinematographers: Daniel Walsh, Ramon Mellet
Photographer: Tyrone Bradley
Production Manager: Ademola Eshinlokun
Location Manager: Lawal Tijani
Sound Technician: Akinade Arisekola
Gaffer: Taofiq Alade
Sparks: Jide Akinade, Ogunsinna Jeremiah,Juwan Alade
Event Camera Operators: Tayo Opatayo, Temi Evo
1st AC: Saliu Ayomide
Drone Operators: Esmond Igho, Bidemi Ogunniyi, Andrew Kirkby
Make Up Artist: Ayopo Abiri
Hair Stylist: Ajoke Lawal
Movement Director: Hermes Iyele
Production Assistant: Ayo Lawson
Production Assistant: Olojede Olaotan
Driver: Oliver Seun
Catering: The AJs Gourmet
Security: Oga Silas
Production Services: ngfx.tv
Researchers: Kyla Philander, Andrew Kirkby, Dawa Thompson, Herman Du Toit
Editor: Andrew Kirkby
Assistant Editor: Chulu Ratsibe
Online Editors: Dylan Wrankmore, Andrew Kirkby
Graphic Designer: Hannah Kahn
Post-Production Manager: Matthew Reeler
Colour Grading: Nic Apostoli
Sound Mastering: The Workroom Audio
Red Bull Media House Producers: Leonie Zeumer, Oisín Ó Catháin
Senior Production Manager: Sven Godec
Red Bull Nigeria Marketing Manager: Toheeb Azeez
Culture Specialist: Jennifer Oboh
Media Network Specialist: Sholaye Esiovo
Performers: Aluko Eninola, Esho Tenidope, AmrroseIdemsa Iohas, Ezeami Chrostinagiot, Anetre Enefiok Jeremiah, Kredol, Babiyei Osokoye, Lanre Fatumbi, Jerry Balogun, Mayorkun, David Uoloh "Davinci", Nas Magnificent, Doda Dawes, Obi Emmanuel Uzoh, Yemi Osokoya, Obi Prince Chibueze, Emmax Daniel, Obi Regina, Emmanuel, Saraphina Zamba
Red Bull Dance Your Style Contestants: P BOI, C-FLY, Light Christopher, Smack, Reck Empire, Big Chinx, Charles Iweha, Locking Si'on, Locking Mike, Special Thanks, Naomi Campbell, Masquerade Dancers, Focalistic African Artists Foundation, Comfort and Fame Studios, Plug Entertainment, Corporate Dance World Studios, The New Afrika Shrine
In loving memory of Love 'Picture Kodak' Divine.
An Iconic Production. A Red Bull Media House Production.