Description

Presented by legendary band The Roots, and narrated by award-winning actress Kerry Washington, the special-edition dvd features an interview from one of TBC's mentors and inspirations, Questlove of The Roots, while the film shows you an intimate look at the bits and pieces of New Orleans culture such as second line dancing, the vital importance of music, the life of the street musician, and takes you to the To Be Continued Brass band's old stomping grounds drastically altered after the storm.

Each band member offers his own perspective on the music and what New Orleans means to him and the U.S. and world at large. Their infectious humor and love for each other keeps the music alive, and the storm and hardship teach them a new wisdom that informs their most special music and inspires all.

"incredible" (NewOrleans.com)

"inspiring" (American Film Institute)

“terrific, “intriguing,” the teenage jazz musicians are “charming as hell, funny, . . . and take everything that’s thrown at them with unimaginable spirit and focus.” (Julie Tridle, Nolafugees.com)

Special-edition dvd includes extended Questlove interview, special full-length song performance by TBC, and a N.O.-style dance solo!

Cast

TBC Brass Band or To Be Continued Brass Band

Festivals

American Film Institute (AFI) International Film Festival
Kansas City CineJazz Jubilee
New Orleans Film Festival
TOMI Film Festival

Production Credits & Notes

Directed and Produced by Colleen O'Halloran and Jason DaSilva
Executive Produced by Todd Tiberi and The Roots
Narrated by Kerry Washington
Associate Producers Maryellen Norieka, Eva Bennett, Oliver Bennett, Linda Zango-Haley and Bil Haley
Edited by Jason DaSilva, Jennifer Lilly, Colleen O'Halloran