Take The Lead (DVD, 2006)

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Mixing elements of sports film, feel-good drama and teen movie, with a dash of social realism, TAKE THE LEAD is an inspiring tale of transformation through art and sports. Based on a true story, the film centres on the dashing Pierre Dulaine, an idealistic New York City ballroom dancer, who was the subject of the runaway documentary hit, MAD HOT BALLROOM (2005). After spying the desperate and violent actions of a young and angry high school student named Rock, Dulaine becomes intent on channelling his talent into the service of troubled youth. He approaches Rock's tough but well-meaning high school principal (the always radiant Alfre Woodward), with the idea of teaching ballroom dancing to detention students. Were it not for the fact that this is a story pulled from real life, the premise might ring false; the fact that it actually happened only makes the movie more powerful. Dulaine is greeted with the expected disdain and cynicism by his street-hardened students, yet by the end of the film, gang member, Ramos, tough-as-nails Larhette, charming but overweight Monster and the lone white boy Kurd, are all transformed into dedicated, graceful, and talented dancers. The troubled teens perform the tango and rumba as confidently as they once initiated fistfights. Along with learning the technical steps of the ballroom, these youngsters are also exposed to their toe-tapping teacher's wisdom about life, learning everything from how to treat a lady, to how to disengage from pointless violence. Former music-video director, Liz Friedlander brings a kinetic energy to the film, and the pulsating hip-hop soundtrack is designed to attract youthful viewers.

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ProducerChristopher Godsick, Diane Nabatoff
EAN5017239193972
eBay Product ID (ePID)53802124

Product Key Features

ActorAntonio Banderas, Dante Basco, Yaya Da Costa, Ray Liotta, John Ortiz, Dianne Houston, Alfre Woodard, Rob Brown, Jenna Dewan, Lyriq Bent, Laura Benanti
Film/TV TitleTake the Lead
DirectorLiz Friedlander
Release Year2006
FormatDVD
LanguageEnglish
FeaturesDeleted Scenes\Behind the Scenes\Director's Commentary
GenreDrama, General
Run Time108 Mins

Additional Product Features

Certificate12A/12
Number of Discs1
Movie/TV TitleTake The Lead

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4.7
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  • A great feel good film

    Thought this would not be my kind of thing. However I was more than impressed with the acting, casting and I have to admit Mr Bandaras is in this film, coolness personified. So if you like a good underdog story, superb dancing and bit of cheese, then look no further than "Take The Lead".

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  • EXCELLENT 5 STAR FILM

    Excellent film, great believable story, great acting and dancing. Banderas and all the cast are brilliant, nice soundtrack. I watch this film over and over again. Can highly recommend , it's right up there with Strictly Ballroom and Dirty Dancing. If you enjoyed these two films don't miss Take the Lead

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  • Good

    Good film but I do find Antonio banderes is a good actor

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  • Fantastic Dance Film

    This and "we can dance" are the very best dance films. Brilliant

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  • True stories are the best.

    I like this stories that are inspired by true events, you feel something special when you see them. That's one of the reasons I like this.

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  • Very Good!

    Love this film! Good value for money!

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  • Hilarious

    Absolutely brilliant. Would recommend.

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