Hollywood Better Not (But Of Course Will) Ruin Jerkin': The Movie
The Hollywood Reporter hollywood reported this morning that a movie about jerkin' is in development.
Melee Entertainment and indie film producer Shariff Hasan are developing a movie that will center on jerkin,' the hip-hop dance trend that has been attracting a host of mainstream coverage.Jerkin,' which has landed coverage in L.A. Weekly and the Los Angeles Times, is a form of dancing that, like breakdancing and other performance art, originated in the streets. But unlike some other forms of street art, it's underlied by a specific political ideology of providing a positive, anti-gang message in the inner city. The movement is marked by dancers wearing brightly colored, nonbaggy jeans and shirts, in marked contrast to conventional hip-hop wear.
Melee is the banner behind the Mos Def action comedy "Next Day Air," which earned $10 million when Summit released it in May, and Screen Gems' $40 million breakout "You Got Served." It is prepping the thriller "Day One."
On the one hand, OK! A movie about jerkin' could be great. But it probably won't be. I mean, if it was going to be like David LaChappelle's crump vs. crunk documentary Rize, which I still think never got the attention it deserved, then it would be beautiful and great and we would all love it. But if it's going to be a ham-fisted Save the Last Jerk cash-grab, then it's going to stink, and that seems more likely.
But even more importantly, who needs Jerkin': The Movie when there is already every video on The Power Ranger$ YouTube account? These guys are THE BEST THING EVER!
The Power Ranger$ are seriously having more fun than I have ever had in my life. I could watch these videos all day. And I might. Who would stop me? You? No. The Ranger$ should have their own TV network. The Ranger$ should be the Presidents of Entertainment, or at the very least the Mayors of Fun Town. It's just good government. Step aside, Hollywood, YA BURNT.
Posted by Gabe at 2:00 PM in What America Wants
Tags: Dance Offs | Hollywood | Jerkin'
Once a guest speaker came to our school and a during the Q and A one person asked her if she could jerk. She couldn't.
Score = 5
Steve Martin was so great in the original The Jerk that I don't think a remake is a good idea.
Oh, this isn't about a remake? Sorry, reflex.
Score = 18
so basically this movement of "jerkin" is to get everyone to dress and dance like pharrell...skate boy p to the limit?!??!
Score = -1
Score = 53
This should win the Monster's Ball, because it is ridiculously awesome, and what's a ball without dancing?
Score = 6
See also EPMD "The Steve Martin"
"Sway your arms around your back, then across your chest
Do the crazy leg sweep from right to left
It's the Steve..."
Score = 1
You know. When I saw the title for this post, my mind went immediately to making some sarcastic comment about jerkin' off. But then I watched the Power Ranger$. And now I'm all like, "Jerkville. Sounds good."
Score = 8
These guys are giving OG Pete Campbell a run for his money.
Score = 6
How are these moves new? Most of them are just doing an Indian Step with a Corkscrew Drop, basic breakdancing moves. Hell, I'm gonna go do the Hokey Pokey in the street, call it "Pokin", and try to get a movie.
Score = 10
The worst part is that Jerkin': The Movie means that it's only a matter of time until Jerkin' 2: Electric :( -aloo
Score = 3
Hopscotchin' Hi Top Fade!!!!!!!!
Is the high top fade making a comeback amongst today's kids? If so then I approve, as it's the rainbow-flavored unicorn of hairstyles.
Also I would watch this movie, even if it is some Jerkin' 2 the Streets crapfest. I've loved every dance movie since Breakin', so I would undoubtedly enjoy getting served this.
Score = 6
Late-80s, early-90s black youth hairstyles don't die; they just fade away.
Score = 8
HAHAHAHAHA. Very honestly. No sarcasto. I love you.
Score = 2
i wish these kids were of age so i could legitimately have a crush on them. so cute! in other breaking news, i think i'm officially creepy.
Score = 7
I once saw a group of teenagers jerkin' in a parking lot of a Buffalo Wild Wings in the suburbs of Chicago. It was the best thing ever.
Score = 4
Your comment just proved my theory that Buffalo Wild Wings is basically the Holy Grail of funny settings.
Score = 4
also, the goofy ass white kid at :51 in the second video is giving me major laughs. i think he was my boyfriend (in high school).
Score = 6
So they're doing an impression of your dad doing the running man while wearing skinny jeans and skate shoes? What's the big deal.
Jerkin is the new ghostriding the whip.
Meh.
Score = -1
Dayum. You just got jerked.
Score = 2
Jerkin' is vastly improved by playing different music over the videos. It works with everything.
Score = 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=680jCx2la5Q
Score = 0
I absolutely love how frequently these boys fall out of their own shoes. For some reason it just tickles me.
Score = 2
this is what i hoped being a teenager was like, and then it TOTALLY wasn't. now i want to go back in time (to kill hitler) and be a teenager over again where ever these kids are so i can hang out with them and watch them dance and be their groupie. also, what a wholesome afterschool activity! much better than sexually harassing mddle school girls and shoplifting 40oz.
Score = 4
That background kid in a purple sweatshirt at 0:45 in the second video is the greatest. Even from far away, he already has a plan to ruin that video. You can see it in his eyes, the quickened step and his asshole grin.
Score = 2
You guys obviously don't know any 14-16 year old (Black) kids. I do. My brother and his friends. This movie definitely has an audience.
And this is the point where I admit I know how to jerk. DON'T JUDGE ME!!!11!!1!
Score = 1
I loved these videos. I was sitting at work with a huge smile on my face as these kids did their thing. Everything was going great... until my boss walked by and asked what I was doing and I said I was watching Jerkin videos. I might need a new job.
Score = 3