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Take the Lead (2006) 6.5
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Metascore: 55/100
Reviews: 126 user | 102 critic | 30 from Metacritic.com The real story of a dance teacher who believed in the talent of a group of problem kids. Director:Liz FriedlanderWriter:Dianne Houston |
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Cast
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| Yaya Alafia | ... |
LaRhette
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| Rob Brown | ... | ||
| Alfre Woodard | ... | ||
| John Ortiz | ... |
Mr. Temple
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| Laura Benanti | ... |
Tina
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| Jonathan Malen | ... | ||
| Jasika Nicole | ... |
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Shawand McKenzie | ... | |
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| Elijah Kelley | ... | ||
| Jenna Dewan-Tatum | ... |
Sasha
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Brandon D. Andrews | ... |
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Storyline
In New York, the polite dance instructor Pierre Dulaine sees a black teenager vandalizing the car of the director of a public school and on the next day he volunteers to teach dance to students to give respect, dignity, self-confidence, trust and teamwork. The reluctant director Augustine James offers the troublemakers that are in detention expecting Pierre to give-up of his intentions. Pierre struggles against the prejudice and ignorance of the students, parents and other teachers, but wins his battle when the group accepts to compete in a ballroom dance contest. Written by Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Rated PG-13 for thematic material, language and some violence | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
7 April 2006 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Dance with Me See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$206,248 (South Africa) (7 July 2006)Gross:
$1,113,955 (New Zealand) (18 August 2006)Company Credits
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Written by Elyse Schiller & Gina Felicetta Myrick
Performed by Porkpie
Courtesy of Shake-A-Leg Productions
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Did You Know?
Trivia
Antonio Banderas and Laura Benanti, whom both star in this film together, were previously on Broadway together in the 2003 Revival of Nine the Musical. Banderas received a Tony Award nomination for his role in this production. See more »Goofs
After Mr. Temple's first argument with Augustine about detention, he leaves the main office and forcibly closes the door behind him. As the door closes, the supposedly solid structural wall shakes noticeably. See more »Quotes
Principal: For these kids life is a fight to stay alive, and a hustle to make ends meet.See more »
Soundtracks
"Tango Mujer"Written by Elyse Schiller & Gina Felicetta Myrick
Performed by Porkpie
Courtesy of Shake-A-Leg Productions
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First off, let me say this. You've seen this movie a million times before. From the 'Black Board Jungle' from the 50's, to 'To Sir With Love' in the 60's, 'Dangerous Minds' and 'Sister Act 2' in the 90's, the formula is exactly the same. Well meaning teacher, or non-teacher (usually Caucasian) goes into the inner city to help mold the lives of the usual assortment of troubled kids who just want to be noticed and loved. On a side note, I find it amazing that Hollywood continues year after year to make the same movie over and over again. Come to think of it, I really shouldn't be surprise. It is Hollywood after all, the land of originality. But back to my review. After having said all that, and knowing within my head that I've seen this story done so many times, I have to admit I really enjoyed the film. Don't ask me why. Maybe it was the mood I was in. I definitely wanted to see something light and breezy, because the rest of my day would be pretty hectic. Somehow the film affected me in unexpected ways. I tend to be an idealist, and freely admit that I'm the perfect sucker for this type of film.
My recommendation is for you to go and experience this film. Don't expect to see the finest film ever made. Just go in and let it wash over you. You'll be surprised.