Young Kings
From Ponce De Leon to Ralph David Abernathy, bike culture is pumping hard through the heart of Atlanta. This photograph was captured by Jonathan B. Banks in Gordon-White park during the summer of 2021. It is the inspiration for this short film. And it's entitled Young Kings because they rule the streets they ride.
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The Goals
1. Raise awareness about Atlanta bike life.
2. Connect these young men with opportunities to financially sustain themselves.
The Team
Executive Producer/Producer:
Jonathan B. Banks
Associate Producer:
Chilly-O
Directors:
Jonathan B. Banks & Dr. Arshley Emile
Written by:
Jonathan B. Banks
Editor:
Jonathan B. Banks
Gaffer:
Jeancarlo Gomez
Grips:
Paul Yates, Deon Sanders, and Kenny Gomez
Cultural Liaisons:
Clayton Hodges
zahra alabanza
Kenneth Oladpo
The Life
From pulling clutches to pushing pedals, "Poppin' wheelies" through the city is an authentic, unapologetic form of self-expression. It's art. Culture. Freedom. Escape. Bike life. But in the news and in certain neighborhoods, it's criminalized.
So, we're helping spread love and shed light on their deeper truths: Their heart and soul. Their passion. Their respect. Their honor. Their legacy.
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