The campaign’s focus on reinvention of tap demanded that sound should be central to the film, with the composition integrated throughout every stage of the production. That meant a careful dance between disciplines – a creative process turning an industry standard on its head by putting music first. Drawing from a wide range of references (Stomp, Phil Collins, tribal drumtakes, and more), an initial concept beat divided into 3 acts was created. This beat served as the blueprint for the choreography. First dance rehearsals, in turn, set the tempo for the melodic arrangement. A classical choir approach accentuated – without dominating – the core tapping rhythm, providing a clear arc for the film’s build-up in intensity. The score accompanied the final shoot. The taps you see on film were recorded on set and inserted back into the final track. The result was a uniquely interdisciplinary, dynamic film – a highly expressive conversation between forms.
The film sees world-class tap dancers in a dance-off shot in architecturally stunning surroundings. The high production values and epic performance create a bold, immersive experience.