Steppin: The Movie, a comedy-music flick from 2009, directed by Michael Taliferro, presents an enthralling story where fraternities and sororities of UTS campus compete to be the best steppers. With Wesley Jonathan, Chrystee Pharris, and Monica Allgeier in principal roles, this is not just a movie, but a glimpse into where the film was shot and the engaging trivia that shapes it.
Where it Filmed?
The movie has been filmed in some attractive locations across the United States. Hempstead in Texas was one of the prime shooting sites. Some of the scenes have also been captured in the Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. The movie’s filming further extended to Houston, situated in Texas. Its shooting took place in May 2005.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Wesley Jonathan | Terence |
| Chrystee Pharris | Jennifer |
| Monica Allgeier | Vicki |
| Anthony Anderson | Trevor |
| James Avery | The Chancellor |
| Chico Benymon | Bryan |
| Skip Cheatham | C Note |
| Sticky Fingaz | Cedric |
| Lil’ Fizz | Jay |
| Dick Gregory | |
| Sidney Hicks | Officer |
| Rodneisha Holloway | Check Girl #1 |
| Jarell Houston | Greg |
| Shar Jackson | Uwamma Layne |
| Christopher Jones | Fraternity Dancer |
| Ken Lawson | Mike |
| Faizon Love | |
| Darius McCrary | Sinis |
| Jamal Mixon | Tugboat |
| Jerod Mixon | Deadweight |
| Mo’Nique | Aunt Carla |
| Miguel A. Núñez Jr. | James |
| Clifton Powell | Det. Lewis |
| Roz Ryan | |
| Angelina Spicer | Cocktail Waitress |
| Antwon Tanner | Darren |
| Reginald VelJohnson | Mr. Shavers |
| Caryn Ward | Actor |
| Kellie Shanygne Williams | Cee Cee |
| Dorien Wilson | James Brooks |
| Brian Epps | Male Student (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- This movie happens to be the only film directed and produced by Michael Taliferro.
- Michael Taliferro tragically passed away due to a stroke on May 4, 2006, making this the last project he worked on.
- The film runs for 2 hours and 18 minutes and has a PG-13 rating.
- It features a plot involving a major step-show competition on a university campus.
- The film earned a nomination for an award.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Hempstead, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 30.0974405
- Longitude: -96.0782918
- Place ID: ChIJpehCV5K1RoYRaS4vx8sv2C0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hempstead, TX 77445, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
