We the Party is a coming-of-age comedy-drama film written and directed by Mario Van Peebles. It follows the lives of five teenagers attending a Los Angeles high school, struggling to deal with various challenges in their lives.
The film centers around a group of friends who come from different backgrounds and have different aspirations. The group includes Hendrix (Mandela Van Peebles), the charismatic and ambitious lead singer of a band; Quicktime (Moises Arias), the quirky and nerdy filmmaker; Cheyenne (Simone Battle), the fashionista and aspiring designer; DJ (Ryan Vigil), the popular jock with a hidden passion for music; and Bacon (Dante Brown), the laid-back and carefree skater.
As the teenagers navigate their way through the complexities of high school life, they also confront issues such as family problems, financial difficulties, peer pressure, and social media. The film explores the themes of friendship, love, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams against the backdrop of a high school prom.
With a soundtrack featuring hip-hop, R&B, and pop music, We the Party captures the vibrant and diverse culture of Los Angeles that is reflected in the lives and personalities of the characters. The film's ensemble cast also includes Snoop Dogg, ASAP Rocky, Michael Jai White, and Vanessa Simmons, among others.
