Mad Hot Ballroom poster

Mad Hot Ballroom (2005)

"Anyone can make it if they learn how to shake it."

6.720051h 45mEN
DocumentaryFamily

Directed by Marilyn Agrelo

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

EN

Release

May 13, 2005

Director

Marilyn Agrelo

Official Trailer

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Overview

Eleven-year-old New York City public school kids journey into the world of ballroom dancing and reveal pieces of themselves and their world along the way. Told from their candid, sometimes humorous perspectives, these kids are transformed, from reluctant participants to determined competitors, from ...

Cast

Heather Berman

Heather Berman

Self

Emma Therese Biegacki

Emma Therese Biegacki

Self

Eva Carrozza

Eva Carrozza

Self

Evangelina Carrozzo

Evangelina Carrozzo

Self

Paul Daggett

Paul Daggett

Self

Graciela Daniele

Graciela Daniele

Self - Final Competition Judge

Pierre Dulaine

Pierre Dulaine

Self - Organizer and MC of the Final Dance Competition

Leslie Freu

Leslie Freu

Self - Teacher PS 112

Tara Devon Gallagher

Tara Devon Gallagher

Self

Madeleine Hackney

Madeleine Hackney

Self

Charlotte Jorgensen

Charlotte Jorgensen

Self - Final Competition Judge

Rodney Lopez

Rodney Lopez

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Mad Hot Ballroom (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Eleven-year-old New York City public school kids journey into the world of ballroom dancing and reveal pieces of themselves and their world along the way. Told from their candid, sometimes humorous perspectives, these kids are transformed, from reluctant participants to determined competitors, from typical urban kids to "ladies and gentlemen," on their way to try to compete in the final citywide competition.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Mad Hot Ballroom. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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