This text is about “Our Song”, a drama movie released in the year 2000. The movie, directed by Jim McKay, is based in Brooklyn and tells the story of the bonding between three girls in the “Jackie Robinson Steppers Marching Band”. It highlights the choices these girls have to make when their high school shuts down for asbestos removal. The main actors in the film are Melissa Martinez, Anna Simpson, and Kerry Washington.
Where it Filmed?
“Our Song” was filmed in Brooklyn, New York City, in the United States. The exact filming dates are not provided, but the movie was released on 18th April 2001 in France.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Melissa Martinez | Maria Hernandez |
| Anna Simpson | Joycelyn Clifton |
| Kerry Washington | Lanisha Brown |
| The Jackie Robinson Steppers Marching Band | Themselves |
| Marlene Forte | Pilar Brown |
| Rosalyn Coleman | Dawn Clifton |
| Tyrone Brown | Mr. Miller |
| Lorraine Berry | Kim |
| Natasha Frith | Keisha |
| Chuck Cooper | Benjamin |
| Iris Little Thomas | Clinic Counselor |
| Kim Howard | Eleanor |
| Juan Romero Jr. | Samson |
| D’Monroe | Terell |
| Tommy Axson | Cam |
| Tyrus Cox | Anthony ‘The Playa’ |
| Tahiem Washington | Troy Harper |
| Starla Benford | Woman with Flowers |
| Greg Haberny | Cute ‘Guapo’ Guy |
| Lisa Collins | School Registrar |
| Sidney O’Loughlin | Rasheed |
| Shannon Phillips | Party DJ |
| Madeleine T. Gamble | Steppers Booster |
| Devin Gray | Natasha Up in the Window |
| Derrick Williams | Rodney |
| Syron Martin | Ice Cream Scooper |
| Jan McLaughlin | E.R. Doctor |
| Carlos Valerio | Bodega Proprietor |
| Xiomana Martinez | Bodega Proprietor |
Trivia and Facts
- This film marked the debut of actress Kerry Washington.
- “Our Song” was mentioned in the movie “Film Geek”, which was released in 2005.
- During the opening weekend, the film earned $20,267 in the United States box office.
- The movie is also known as “Το τραγούδι µας” in Greece and “Наша песня” in Russia.
- The movie’s running time is 95 minutes, and it contains both English and Spanish languages.
- The movie is in color and is classified as drama genre.
- The “Jackie Robinson Steppers Marching Band” themselves also star in the film.
- The film received 1 win and 6 nominations for awards.
- Aside from being shot in Brooklyn, no other filming locations were specified.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.6781784
- Longitude: -73.9441579
- Place ID: ChIJCSF8lBZEwokRhngABHRcdoI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Brooklyn, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
