The New York City Breakers
Biography: The New York City Breakers are a Breaking crew, formed by Michael Holman, originally known as the Floor Masters. Inspired by the Lincoln Center battle off San Juan Hills between the Rock Steady Crew and The Dynamic Rockers. The original members were: "Action" (Chino Lopez), "Kid Nice" (Noel Manguel), "Glide Master" (Matthew Caban), "Lil Lep" (Ray Ramos), "Mr. Wave" (Tony Droughan), "Icey Ice" (Cory Montalvo), "Powerful Pexter" (Tony Lopez) and Flip Rock (Bobby Potts). Their first real exposure came in 1982, with an offer to battle Rock Steady Crew; in NYC at a club called Negril.
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Sample This
2013-09-12
Sample This
Overview: A documentary that reveals how a forgotten record by the Incredible Bongo Band helped cement the foundation of hip hop when DJ Herc extended its percussion by playing them back to back, creating an anthem on the streets of the Bronx.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-09-12
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Sixteen Candles
1984-05-04
Sixteen Candles
Overview: With the occasion all but overshadowed by her sister's upcoming wedding, angst-ridden Samantha faces her 16th birthday with typical adolescent dread. Samantha pines for studly older boy Jake, but worries that her chastity will be a turnoff for the popular senior. Meanwhile, she must constantly rebuff the affections of nerdy Ted, who is unfortunately the only boy in school who seems to take an interest in her.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-05-04
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Body Rock
1984-09-28
Body Rock
Overview: A disco owner lures a New York breakdancer away from his rapping and dancing friends.
Genres: Music Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-09-28
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The Freshest Kids
2002-10-01
The Freshest Kids
Overview: From the Boogie Down Bronx and beyond, the history of the b-boy.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-10-01
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Michael Holman Presents The New York City Breakers Volume 1
1997-01-23
Michael Holman Presents The New York City Breakers Volume 1
Overview: Collection of archive breakdance footage
Genres: Action Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-01-23
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The Stars Salute the U.S. Olympic Team
1984-01-29
The Stars Salute the U.S. Olympic Team
Overview: Star studded show
Genres: TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-01-29
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Michael Holman Presents The New York City Breakers Volume 2
1997-01-23
Michael Holman Presents The New York City Breakers Volume 2
Overview: 80's Archive Footage
Genres: Action Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-01-23
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Beat Street
1984-06-08
Beat Street
Overview: An aspiring DJ, from the South Bronx, and his best friend, a promoter, try to get into show business by exposing people to hip-hop music and culture.
Genres: Drama Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-06-08
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