Baz Luhrmann is taking everyone back to ’70s-era South Bronx in his new Netflix series The Get Down.
The man behind The Great Gatsby, Romeo & Juliet, and Moulin Rouge has created an enthralling atmosphere in the new teaser for the series.
‘The Get Down’ May Be Your Next Netflix Addiction—Watch the Trailer
Led by a cast of young actors including Jaden Smith and Dope‘s Shameik Moore, the show follows a group of teens in South Bronx during a summer that changes their lives.
The show premieres August 12th, but until then, hopefully, this teaser can quench your thirst.
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