Shakedown

Overview

Released in 2018, Shakedown is a Documentary movie that has become a favorite among viewers. The film features the cast and tells the story of ‘Shakedown’ was a series of parties founded by and for African American women in Los Angeles that featured go-go dancing…. It combines heartfelt storytelling with strong redemption.

‘Shakedown’ was a series of parties founded by and for African American women in Los Angeles that featured go-go dancing and strip shows for the city’s lesbian underground scene. Inspired by trans woman Mahogany who, as the mother of the scene, presided over queer strip shows and balls for non-heterosexual audiences in the 1980s, butch Ronnie Ron created, produced and presented the new shows. In them, the largely female clientele from the ‘hood’ slipped dollar notes into lap dancers’ panties while celebrating lesbian sexuality to pulsating hip-hop beats.

Plot Summary

In Shakedown, viewers are taken through a narrative where ‘Shakedown’ was a series of parties founded by and for African American women in Los Angeles that featured go-go dancing…. The Documentary elements and heartfelt tone make it a solid pick for anyone searching for where to stream quality films.

Genres

Shakedown is classified as Documentary, and it showcases the best of what the genre has to offer. Explore our Documentary section to discover more movies to stream.

• Documentary

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Production

Why People Love This Movie

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shakedown released?

Shakedown was released in 2018.

Who stars in Shakedown?

Shakedown stars the cast and features a strong supporting cast. See the full cast list on this page.

What genre is Shakedown?

Shakedown is a Documentary film. You can browse more Documentary movies on Fluxcap Stream.

Where can I watch Shakedown online?

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