Linda Atkinson and Nick Doob’s illuminating documentary chronicles the work of the great American artists, Carmen de Lavallade and Geoffrey Holder, who since the 1950's have both played a vital role in the world of American dance; on Broadway, in television & film, and in the studios of American master choreographers. Carmen & Geoffrey tells a story that is ”more than an outstanding, five-decade creative collaboration,” says Dance Magazine, “it’s also one of the dance world’s great love stories.”

Filmed over three years, Carmen & Geoffrey is a spontaneous and revealing portrait that not only looks at their illustrious careers, but also delves deeper, telling the story of a forty-seven year long marriage and the creative partnership that has sustained their accomplishments. The film juxtaposes beautifully filmed dance performances with intimate interviews, giving the audience a unique look at Carmen and Geoffrey. The viewer not only meets two talented artists, but two good-humored and engaging people whose vibrant personalities jump off the screen.

The film contains rare dance footage from the 50’s and 60’s, both solos and duets, featuring Alvin Ailey, Herbert Ross, Lester Horton, Joe Layton, Duke Ellington and Josephine Baker in Paris, among others. There are also contemporary works, including Carmen’s partnership with Gus Solomons jr and Dudley Williams. Filming in New York, Texas, Trinidad and Paris, Atkinson and Doob capture the uninterrupted creativity of the couple and that of their distinguished colleagues, while building a story that is distinctly American.

"One of the most revelatory dance films I have ever seen!" -Andrew Sarris, The New York Observer

"Exquisite!" -The Village Voice

"What you see is more than an outstanding, five-decade creative collaboration; it’s one of the dance world’s great love stories, too." -Dance Magazine

"Endearing, with glorious, amazing archival footage!" -This Week in New York

"Leaves you wondering why its subjects are not widely recognized as national treasures." -The New York Times

"Enlightening, entertaining and lively. A definite must-see!" -NY Amsterdam News