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Strictly Ballroom (1992)
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Release Date:
12 February 1993 (USA)
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Tagline:
There's something in the air. It might be love -- but it isn't. more
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Brave new steps put Scott's career in jeopardy. With a new partner and determination, can he still succeed? full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
Nominated for Golden Globe.
Another 17 wins
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11 nominations
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(19 articles)
Decade in Review: 2001 Top Ten
(From FilmExperience. 17 November 2009, 8:41 PM, PST)
Not So Solitary
(From FilmInk.com.au. 26 October 2009, 2:28 PM, PDT)
(From FilmExperience. 17 November 2009, 8:41 PM, PST)
Not So Solitary
(From FilmInk.com.au. 26 October 2009, 2:28 PM, PDT)
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Funny, inspiring, offbeat, creative
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Paul Mercurio | ... | Scott Hastings |
| Tara Morice | ... | Fran |
| Bill Hunter | ... | Barry Fife |
| Pat Thomson | ... | Shirley Hastings |
 | Gia Carides | ... | Liz Holt |
| Peter Whitford | ... | Les Kendall |
| Barry Otto | ... | Doug Hastings |
| John Hannan | ... | Ken Railings |
| Sonia Kruger | ... | Tina Sparkle |
| Kris McQuade | ... | Charm Leachman |
| Pip Mushin | ... | Wayne Burns |
| Leonie Page | ... | Vanessa Cronin |
| Antonio Vargas | ... | Rico |
| Armonia Benedito | ... | Ya Ya |
| Jack Webster | ... | Terry |
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MPAA:
Rated PG for mild language and sensuality.
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Runtime:
94 min
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Color (Eastmancolor)
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1.85 : 1 more
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Certification:
Iceland:L |
South Korea:15 |
South Africa:PG |
USA:TV-PG (cable rating) |
New Zealand:PG |
Australia:PG |
Finland:S |
Germany:o.Al. |
Netherlands:AL |
Spain:T |
Sweden:7 |
UK:PG |
USA:PG |
Singapore:PG
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Baz Luhrmann participated in the sorts of ballroom dancing competitions shown in the movie. Stricly Ballroom began life as an improvised play, featuring Luhrmann. The play was later performed at the Sydney Theatre Company.
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Crew or equipment visible: During one of the dancing on the roof scenes, a crew member's head can be seen.
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Featured in "20 to 1: Great Aussie Movies (#3.5)" (2006)
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Love Is In The Air
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An outstanding movie in nearly every regard. Filmed in Australia on a tight budget, this movie succeeds in the one area that counts most: it _entertains_ the viewer.
A parody of "underdog makes good" movies, Strictly Ballroom is set in the competitive world of ballroom dancing. The movie educates (about ballroom dancing), amuses (especially with the bumbling bad guys), and uplifts (with the take-home message about following your dreams).
The show is stolen by Paul Mercurio, starring as the protagonist male dancer. His acting and dancing are superb.
A bit corny, a bit burlesque, but lots of fun! What more could you want?