Where to watch Finding Her Beat (2022)

Story

A documentary following a group of women Taiko drummers as they prepare for a major performance during a Minnesota winter. Led by a Japanese drum master and a Korean adoptee, these musicians from different cultural backgrounds, ages, and experience levels come together to challenge traditional male-dominated spaces in percussion. The film captures their intense rehearsals, personal struggles, and the friendships that develop as they work toward their shared goal.

Why watch

• Explores Taiko drumming through the perspectives of five accomplished female musicians
• Directed by Dawn Mikkelson and Keri Pickett, offering an intimate documentary look at cultural performance
• Focuses on themes of collaboration across different cultures, ages, and artistic styles

Good for: Viewers interested in music documentaries, cultural performances, and stories about women in traditionally male-dominated fields.