Take The Lead
Inspired by a true story. Pierre Dulane (Antonio Banderas), a professional ballroom dancer, volunteers to teach at a poor New York public school. His classical methods clash with the students' hip hopping ways, so he works with them to merge the two styles into a new dance form.
2006Rating: PG, contains adult themes108 minsUSA
DramaMusical
- Director:
- Liz Friedlander (feature debut)
- Writer:
- Dianne Houston
- Cast:
- Antonio BanderasRob BrownYaya DaCostaAlfre Woodard
Take The Lead | Reviews
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New Zealand Herald
The dancing, the music, and Banderas' charisma keep the tempo upbeat. As a result, the film works better as entertainment rather than as inspiration...
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Hollywood Reporter
Things hold together longer than they would have without Banderas' commanding, committed performance...
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Empire Magazine
As a drama it's only so-so, and all those wanting the true story should watch documentary Mad Hot Ballroom instead, but the energy and rhythm keep it moving along gracefully...
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Take The Lead is available to stream in New Zealand now on Google Play and Apple TV.