Pulse: A Stomp Odyssey(2002)

Regardless of the differences in where we live or how we look, all human beings share the experience of rhythm and music.

Pulse: A Stomp Odyssey is a documentary that follows the acclaimed percussion and dance ensemble Stomp on a global journey of rhythm and collaboration. The film captures the troupe as they travel across continents—from Spain and Brazil to South Africa and beyond—meeting local musicians and dancers to create spontaneous, cross-cultural performances. Through these encounters, Pulse explores how movement, sound, and body percussion transcend language and tradition. The documentary celebrates the universal power of rhythm while showcasing diverse performance styles, from flamenco to samba to indigenous African dance. It's a vibrant portrait of artistic exchange and the infectious energy that emerges when talented performers from different cultures unite around a shared love of music and movement.