A syncopated and star-studded voyage through the journey of funk music which traces its African and gospel roots, from James Brown to Parliament-Funkadelic and beyond. Distinctly rooted in joy, funk music reflected a post-Civil Rights Movement sensibility. The film examines the symbiotic relationship between the explosion of funk music out of the Midwest and the political andracial dynamics in 1970s inner-city America. At the heart of the film are the first-hand stories, recollections, and experiences of the people who created and defined funk, like George Clinton. The film also features archival interviews with musical icons and delves into the genre’s influence on contemporary music, fashion, and freedom of expression as well as its role in the rise of hip-hop. And, explores how the rhythms and grooves of funk music can put us in a trance, reminding us that it’s a joy to be in the world and dance into a frenzy of freedom. “We Want The Funk!” will make you get up and dance.