A teacher and his students open up new worlds for one another in this urban drama inspired by a true story. Pierre Dulaine (Antonio Banderas) is a prize-winning ballroom dancer and instructor from Manhattan who volunteers his services to a high school in one of the roughest neighborhoods in the Bronx. Principal Augustine James (Alfre Woodard) in turn gives Dulaine a tough assignment -- a detention class with some of the biggest troublemakers on campus. When the kids learn that Dulaine intends to teach them how to dance in ...
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A teacher and his students open up new worlds for one another in this urban drama inspired by a true story. Pierre Dulaine (Antonio Banderas) is a prize-winning ballroom dancer and instructor from Manhattan who volunteers his services to a high school in one of the roughest neighborhoods in the Bronx. Principal Augustine James (Alfre Woodard) in turn gives Dulaine a tough assignment -- a detention class with some of the biggest troublemakers on campus. When the kids learn that Dulaine intends to teach them how to dance in the classic style, they're incredulous at best and dismissive at worst -- until Dulaine demonstrates his moves for the class. While Dulaine's charges -- including Rock (Rob Brown), LaRhette (Yaya DaCosta), Ramos (Dante Basco), Eddie (Marcus T. Paulk), and Sasha (Jenna Dewan) -- respect his talent, they have their own way of dancing, and as they mix hip-hop moves with ballroom discipline, they create an exciting new style. Dulaine also strives to instill self-confidence and a work ethic in his kids, insisting they can make their way out of the ghetto if they're willing to try. Screenwriter Dianne Houston based Take the Lead on the real-life story of Pierre Dulaine, who taught dance as a volunteer to at-risk students at New York elementary schools. Mark Deming, Rovi
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Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Lauren Collins. Fine in fine packaging. Language: English. Run time: 117 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.85: 1. Originally released: 2006. DVD and case in FINE condition.
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Laura Benanti, Jonathan Malen, Marcus T. Paulk, Elijah Kelley, Lauren Collins, Dante Basco, Alfre Woodard, Antonio Banderas. Very good. 2006 Run time: 118. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Digital copy/codes may be expired or not included. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Lauren Collins. Run time: 117 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.85: 1. Originally released: 2006. Language: English. RELIABLE DVD MOVIE WITH ARTWORK polished for your satisfaction. You will receive a good set for a presentable viewing experience. Ships in a new, cloth drawstring bag. Enjoy this DVD MOVIE worthwhile for your home and library collection.
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Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Lauren Collins. Good in good packaging. Language: English. Run time: 117 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.85: 1. Originally released: 2006. RELIABLE DVD MOVIE WITH ARTWORK polished for your satisfaction. You will receive a GOOD DVD! for a presentable viewing experience. Enjoy this WORTHWHILE DVD MOVIE for your home and library collection.
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Laura Benanti, Jonathan Malen, Marcus T. Paulk, Elijah Kelley, Lauren Collins, Dante Basco, Alfre Woodard, Antonio Banderas. Very good. 2006 Run time: 118. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Digital copy/codes may be expired or not included. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Laura Benanti, Jonathan Malen, Marcus T. Paulk, Elijah Kelley, Lauren Collins, Dante Basco, Alfre Woodard, Antonio Banderas. Very good. 2006 Run time: 118. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Digital copy/codes may be expired or not included. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
I always loved this movie and I'm just grateful I have a personal copy.
agj350
Nov 29, 2012
Very nice movie
Not the greatest acting, but good enough. Nice story. Interesting introduction to the real Pierre Dulaine at the end.
Rick H
Nov 11, 2010
Dance & Romance
A great feel-good movie based (loosely) on a real-life dance program in NYC schools. Great dance scenes, a feel-good story line and some teen-age romamce. All worth seeing.
Sheethal
Feb 4, 2010
Love it
I love almost everything about this movie. The dance, the aspiration of the kids, the willingness to learn and do something with their lives and finally the success.
Antonio Banderas of course is out of the world--- as usual.
