Break the Beat

"Break, battle, believe."

Break the Beat is an immersive journey into the heart of breakdancing in Guayaquil, where passion, discipline, and resilience come to life in every movement. Through a vibrant tournament and the intimate stories of its protagonists, this documentary explores how breakdancing transcends art to become a refuge, an identity, and a means of social transformation in a city marked by adversity. With a dynamic visual narrative and an aesthetic inspired by the essence of hip-hop, Break the Beat captures the raw energy of the streets and transforms it into a statement of resistance and cultural expression.