Get Lite (2027)

Get Lite is a 2027 American musical drama film directed by Teyana Taylor and written by Eric Gross and Maurice Williams. The story follows Saunders, a stubborn teenager from the Bronx who finds himself torn between his passion for Litefeet, a style of subway dance, and his strict determination to become an engineer. This conflict highlights the tension between artistic expression and societal or familial expectations in urban New York.

The film features a strong ensemble cast including Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Leslie Odom Jr., Storm Reid, Woody McClain, and Mia LaPicola as students at LaGuardia High School. Produced by A Seed & Wings Productions, Khalabo Ink Society, and OFFBRND, the movie aims to explore the cultural vibrancy of the Bronx while addressing the pressures faced by young people striving for success in competitive fields.

• The film marks the directorial debut of Grammy-winning artist Teyana Taylor, bringing her musical sensibilities to a narrative feature.
• Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Leslie Odom Jr. reunite on screen after their acclaimed collaboration in the television series Atlanta.
• Storm Reid joins the cast, adding to her growing repertoire of leading roles in major studio productions.
• The production emphasizes authentic representation of Bronx culture and the specific nuances of Litefeet dance.
• Set for release on August 20, 2027, the film has been listed as a color motion picture with English dialogue.