Alive and Kicking
“Happiness is just a few steps away.”
Synopsis
Alive and Kicking gives the audience an intimate, insider’s view into the culture of the current swing dance world while shedding light on issues facing modern American society.
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Alive And Kicking - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-02-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysSXSW Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 7, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 7, 2017
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Susan Glatzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Susan Glatzer, Heidi Zimmerman
- Original Score
- Steven Argila
- Original Title
- Alive and Kicking
- Country of Origin
- Sweden, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Swing Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Susan Glatzer
Susan Glatzer, Heidi Zimmerman
Steven Argila
Susan Glatzer, Jason Blum, Robert Rippberger
Department Leadership Roster
Susan Glatzer
Director
Susan Glatzer
Writer
Susan Glatzer
Producer
Heidi Zimmerman
Writer
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What is Alive and Kicking about?
Alive and Kicking gives the audience an intimate, insider’s view into the culture of the current swing dance world while shedding light on issues facing modern American society.
Who directed Alive and Kicking?
Alive and Kicking was directed by Susan Glatzer.
Who stars in Alive and Kicking?
The principal cast of Alive and Kicking includes Hilary Alexander, Evita Arce, Kimberly Clever, Sharon Davis, Emelie DecaVita.
When was Alive and Kicking released and how long is it?
Alive and Kicking was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Alive and Kicking?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Alive and Kicking was composed by Steven Argila.