May 2011
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Check out Vertical Art and Fitness Pole Magazine,... →
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Watch2011 USPDF Promotional Video
Polar Opposites documentary subject, Natasha Wang,...
Natasha featured on the official Polar Opposites movie poster.
Congratulations to the amazingly talented Natasha Wang, who recently took the US Pole Dancing Federation by storm with her breathtaking routine that won her the championship.
Polar Opposites were honored to have her appear as part of our documentary, and we’re absolutely thrilled at her success!
Also, our warmest...
Film Festivals!
Polar Opposites is now in consideration for some major film festivals across the world. Keep your fingers crossed!
April 2010
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Post-Production
Many people wonder what happens to a film after you stop shooting. Okay, maybe everyone knows already but for those who don’t, this is what happens in our program.
After we finished shooting, we had pickup weekends, where we basically shot things that we decided we needed based on the rough cuts that the editors made to make the story feel more full. We got a bunch of exterior shots, title...
March 2010
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History of Pole Dancing
During the course of this documentary, we’ve had many different versions of how pole dancing had started. Some say it started with the may poles, others say it started from the celtic times, some say it started in strip clubs.
Interestingly, I found this link through twitter: The History of Pole Dance - an article by Genevieve Moody from the Flying studio http://bit.ly/cLD81Y
Here is an...
Demo intro class for "Polar Opposites"
Hello friends!
The “Polar Opposites” team will be hosting a demo intro class this Saturday, March 13, from 11AM-2PM. Anyone interested in participating should contact us, so long as you are OK with being filmed and interviewed during the process! We are looking for women that have never taken a class before that are curious to try. The class will be $15, and your participation...
Winding down
We’re finally finished with principal photography!!!!
It just sounds so weird because it seems like we should be filming right now. Instead, I’m sitting at home feeling a little bit of a withdrawal. This is our weekend off and we are back to filming pickups next weekend. Then, it’s spring break, and our final pick up weekend after that.
Our editors are starting to cut some...
Girl Next Door Shoot - March 3rd @ 8pm!
We are rounding up the final shooting days of our film, folks! This past weekend we shot the dress/tech rehearsal for “Girl Next Door,” a show being produced by one of our subjects, Kelly Yvonne.
Come out and support the show on Wednesday, March 3 at 8pm at King King in Hollywood. $10 at the door, $5 with USC ID.
Kelly Yvonne, producer of “Girl Next Door.”
Lar...
GIRL NEXT DOOR
Vin’yet Productions presents GIRL NEXT DOOR A Pole Dance Soiree WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3RD | 8P King King Hollywood 6555 Hollywood Boulevard $10 All Night Long Reservations Encouraged EVENT INFORMATION ON-LINE BOX OFFICE
ABOUT VIN’YET PRODUCTIONS Vin’yet Productions is an entertainment production company specializing in events that are rare in form and rich in content. We...
February 2010
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If it's on PerezHilton...it's gotta be big! →
http://perezhilton.com/2010-02-25-pole-dancing-at-the-olympics
Seeking Exotic Dancers
Are you an exotic dancer? Do you get paid to strip or pole dance in a club?
Are you a bouncer, dj, security at clubs where women pole dance?
We need your voice.
We can conceal your identity through the magic of filmmaking.
Please email us at plropposites@gmail.com.
Please fwd, retweet, repost for us. We really appreciate our fans!
History of Pole Dancing? →
So many people have different theories of the origin of pole dancing. What do you think?
http://www.polecreatures.com/history.shtml
Shooting Weekend 4 - interview with Michele Kort
If feminism today means improving the condition of women globally, what role does sexuality have in that? What role could pole dancing as a sport, with all its history and its implied audience, possibly offer in this global struggle?
This past weekend we shot an interview with Michele Kort, senior editor at Ms. magazine. Ms. has been a staple feminist publication since the 70s, and we here at...
Shooting Weekend 3
The weekend before last we shot an interview and went shopping with the lovely Kelly Maglia. She is a costume designer/pole dancer. She gave us great insight into why she thinks pole dancing allows women to be sexually empowered, strong, and thoughtful of it at the same time.
Check out her designs at http://www.kellymagliacouture.com. They are amazing!
Shooting an interview at Kelly’s...
Before there was Guitar Hero, now there's... Pole... →
King of Queens pole dancing episode
I just watched this whole episode on pole dancing. A comedic look on it.
3 parts: part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvPxPLMb9YE&feature=related part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkxXUMm4MG8&feature=related part 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejtZu3_TNgU&feature=related
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Shooting Weekend 2
This weekend was awesome! We got to film at a serene location away from Los Angeles, a nice break from the hustle and bustle of city living. Who would have thought a beautiful salt water lagoon existed in a hidden neighborhood in Playa del Rey?
As always, our lovely cinematographer, Katie, had a vision in her head to create beautiful visuals. She turned this rec room into a cozy living room.
...
January 2010
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Twilight meets Pole Dancing
Take a look at this video clip. What do you guys think about this?
Colbert on pole dancing
What do you all think of this video? Is there a connection between pole dancing and feminism?
The Colbert ReportMon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c
Difference Makers - Johnna Minkwww.colbertnation.com
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Dressing for the pole...
Today we have been encountering some interesting questions by our faculty and fellow students about our excursions so far into the world of pole. One question keeps coming up, regarding the necessity of dressing in high inch heels and provocative outfits in order to dance. So we’ll put this question out into the blogosphere- how do you feel about the outfits encouraged by the pole dancing...
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Shoot Wknd 1: Be Spun & Kelly
This weekend was amazing! It was a treat to meet some of the lovely ladies behind LA’s pole shows.
We first headed over to Be Spun to film their dress rehearsal. We’re grateful that they let us into their lives and get to know all the personalities behind the performances. Some of the stuff they were doing is unheard of!
There were many groups there - from professional pole dancers...
BeSpun Pole Show LA... TONIGHT
After watching the performances at the BeSpun dress rehearsal, I think it’s safe to say that we were all blown away by the talent and camaraderie.
This show is absolutely INCREDIBLE in terms of choreography, skill, costume, and fun!
Highly recommended: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/asp/home.asp
Alethea and Karol at BeSpun
We had such a great time yesterday talking with Alethea Austin and Karol Helms, two amazingly talented pole dancing champs.
Karol is the USPDF East Coast Regionals winner, and Alethea was runner-up and Miss Sexy at the inaugural 2009 USPDF championships.
Besides being stunningly graceful and strong, they’re also super sweet and great to talk to!
Check out their incredible videos at:
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Official first day of shooting! Filming the Pole Show LA dress rehearsal at BeSpun/Legends. Over thirty of the top performers…the show is tomorrow night (Saturday the 23rd) at 8:00PM. Go support them, and stay tuned for our recap of the shoot!
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Day 1 of pole classes - video blogs
Our first video blog reviews of our 8 week pole dancing series!
Even Martha Stewart Pole Dances! →
On Martha Stewart’s latest show, she investigated the trend of pole dancing with Sheila Kelley, founder of S Factor.
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Test Weekend
For our test shoot, we decide to shoot the behind the scenes and dress rehearsal of Girls Next Door, a pole dancing soiree that will be held on January 31st in the Viper Room.
We drive out to Studio City, where Kelly, one of the organizers of Girls Next Door, is holding a dress rehearsal with her co-producer, also named Kelly.
Kelly #1, a dancer herself, waits for her dancers and gives us some...
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Seeking Pole Dancers in LA area
We are filmmakers seeking pole dancers in the LA area who have an interesting story to share to be in our documentary called Polar Opposites.
How did pole dancing change your life (good and bad stories are welcome)?
Do you have an insight into the pole dancing world?
What is your story?
Please share with us! We can be reached at plropposites@gmail.com.
You can also DM us on twitter:...
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Night out at Jumbo's
Last night, a few of our crew members went out to Jumbo’s Clown Room, located conveniently in Thai Town, Los Angeles, CA.
Walking in, I must admit I was a little uncomfortable. Being a woman who had been taught that exposing any body parts for the public would give me a tarnished reputation, I couldn’t help but wonder how these women had the guts to go up there and flaunt their bodies...
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Pre-production
First week of school is officially over! Our test weekend is this Sunday and we just finished meeting a potential subject. Very excited with the direction this documentary is going.
Starting Tuesday, Jinnernut and Meownun (yes, our Jersey Shore nicknames) will start video blogging their experiences in pole dancing class so get excited!
Speaking of which, if you are a pole dancer or are...
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What is Pole Dancing?
Wikipedia says pole dancing is a form of performing art, a combination of dancing and gymnastics. It involves dancing sensually with a vertical pole and is often used in strip clubs and gentlemen’s clubs.
Pole dancing is now regarded as a recognized form of exercise and can be used as both an aerobic and anaerobic workout. Recognized schools and qualifications are being developed as pole...
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