| Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story | |
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| Written by | Rebecca Murga |
| Directed by | Tailiah Breon |
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| Music by | Kurt Farquhar |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
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| Cinematography | Eunah Lee |
| Editor | Kathleen McAuley |
| Running time | 90 minutes |
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| Network | Lifetime |
| Release | February 1, 2025 |
Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story is a biographical musical drama television film that premiered on Lifetime on February 1, 2025. The film chronicles the life and career of Lisa Velez, professionally known as Lisa Lisa, a pioneering figure in the Latin-freestyle music genre. [1] [2] [3]
The film delves into Lisa Lisa's ascent from a young dreamer in Hell's Kitchen, New York City to a Latin-freestyle icon. The narrative explores her early days performing at Manhattan's Funhouse club, her audition with the production team Full Force, and the formation of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam. The film also addresses the obstacles she faced, including industry exploitation and the struggle for creative control, while emphasizing the importance of resilience and supportive relationships in her life. [3]
The biopic was executive-produced by Lisa Lisa herself, alongside her manager, Toni Menage. [3]