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Dirty Dancing
1987 100 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★7.9
Drama, Music, Romance
Director: Emile Ardolino
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Description
Expecting the usual tedium that accompanies a summer in the Catskills with her family, 17-year-old Frances 'Baby' Houseman is surprised to find herself stepping into the shoes of a professional hoofer—and unexpectedly falling in love.
Budget:
$6M
US Gross:
$64.58M
Worldwide:
$214.58M
Starring
Patrick Swayze
Actor
Jennifer Grey
Actor
Jerry Orbach
Actor
Awards
Academy Awards 1988
— Best Original Song
Golden Globe 1988
— Best Original Song
Golden Globe 1988
— Best Picture (Comedy or Musical)
Golden Globe 1988
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Golden Globe 1988
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
Dirty Dancing is widely regarded as an iconic piece of 80s cinema, celebrated for its charismatic lead performances and electrifying dance sequences. While many viewers find the film emotionally resonant and nostalgic, critics often point to its simplistic plot and dated, at times problematic, screenplay as significant weaknesses.
| Acting | Swayze and Grey display powerful, magnetic chemistry that anchors the emotional core of the film. | |
| Production | The dance sequences and choreography are expertly executed, serving as the film's most memorable and enduring elements. | |
| Score | The soundtrack is iconic, successfully elevating the romantic atmosphere and defining the viewing experience. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is widely criticized for being primitive, predictable, and relying on implausible conflicts. | |
| Theme | Opinions on the film's substance are divided: some viewers feel the simplistic romance is universal and empowering, while others find the treatment of class and gender dynamics superficial. |