The Black Nerds x Retro Heads: HOUSE PARTY – 35th Anniversary Screening!
Runtime: 105 mins | Release Year: 1990 | Rating: R | Genre(s): Comedy
Production Country: USA | Original Language: English
Showtimes
35th Anniversary Screening!
The Black Nerds and Retro Heads are excited to kick off the new year with a special 25th Anniversary screening of House Party, the 1990 comedy directed by Reginald Hudlin. House Party is more than just a comedy—it’s a time capsule of 90s youth culture, capturing the spirit of friendship and flyness in a way that resonates with audiences to this day. The film follows best friends Kid and Play, who throw the ultimate house party while dodging parental supervision and navigating school rivalries. A film that continues to define what it means to throw a party, House Party is timeless, hilarious, and endlessly entertaining. With an unforgettable soundtrack, a star-studded cast, and the introduction of the now-iconic “Kid ‘n Play” dance routine, House Party remains a cultural milestone that’s still celebrated on dance floors today.
At the heart of the film lies the relationship between two inseparable best friends, Kid (Christopher Reid) and Play (Christopher Martin). As the duo navigates the challenges of teenage life – the pressure from parents, the pitfalls of school, and the temptation of throwing the ultimate house party—the story unravels with comedy, chaos, and a little bit of romance. The way Kid and Play’s personalities mesh creates a perfect buddy comedy dynamic that is both entertaining and relatable.
The dance sequences are perhaps the most enduring legacy of House Party. The film introduced a now-iconic dance routine that continues to be performed on dance floors at house parties and jams to this day. The “Kid ‘n Play” dance, marked by its high-energy steps and choreography, has become synonymous with the joy and excitement of a good party, and it’s still one of the most recognizable moves in hip-hop culture.
This screening is more than just a nostalgic throwback. For The Black Nerds , it’s a celebration of hip-hop’s legacy, a tribute to the friendship at the heart of the film, and an opportunity to reflect on how far the culture has come. Join us at Revue Cinema on January 22nd to relive this fun, certified classic and to experience why House Party continues to have a lasting cultural impact. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, the laughter, music, and energy will make for an unforgettable night.
Let’s kick off 2025 with the ultimate house party with The Black Nerds and Retro Heads at the Revue Cinema! Tickets are available at Revuecinema.ca
-Faduma Gure
Part of the The Black Nerds series!
Cast/Crew Info
Director: Reginald Hudlin | Cast: Christopher Reid, Christopher Martin, Paul Anthony, Bowlegged Lou, B-Fine