Twyla Moves is a documentary film that explores the life and career of legendary choreographer Twyla Tharp. The film features archival footage of her past performances, interviews with her collaborators and dancers, and her own reflections on her work. Alongside this retrospective, the film also follows Tharp as she embarks on a new creative challenge: making a dance during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The film gives audiences insight into Tharp's creative process and the challenges she faces as she adapts to the limitations of the pandemic. Faced with cancelled performances and the inability to work with large groups of dancers in person, Tharp must find new ways to create and collaborate. She turns to virtual rehearsals, working with dancers from all over the world through video conferencing technology.
Throughout the film, Tharp reflects on her lifelong dedication to dance and her pursuit of artistic excellence. She recounts stories from her time working with famous musicians and composers, as well as her personal struggles with loss and aging. Ultimately, Twyla Moves celebrates Tharp's incredible career and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.