New Day Films
Social Sciences
47 Series
59 Episodes
Title:
United Skates
Description:
As America's last standing roller rinks are threatened with closure, United Skates spotlights a community fighting in a racially charged environment to save the underground African-American subculture of roller skating, which has been overlooked by the mainstream for generations--yet has given rise to some of the world's greatest musical talent. These roller skating rinks have served as safe spaces for people to gather, showcase their skills, and build connections. However, this documentary highlights a concerning trend of these rinks disappearing, leading to the erosion of the tight-knit communities they once nurtured.
Where to watch:
New Day's streaming platform and Kanopy, an on-demand streaming video platform for public libraries and universities.
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