PBS Short Film Festival

DC's Shoe: The Origin of New Balance in Washington DC

Season 2023 Episode 17 | 10m 23s

"DC's Shoe" is a visual history of New Balance in Washington, DC. The film explores the shoe's transition into a lifestyle icon in the 80s. Interviews with DC natives give deeper perspective and direct insight into the stories that follow. This isn't about who started the trend- draw your own conclusion. Celebrate the vibrant culture and storytelling of America's unparalleled city, Washington, DC.