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An international competition in Germany highlights a look at the evolution and resurgence of break-dancing.

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Lee's dazzling documentary makes a compelling argument for breakdancing as an art form.

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David Fear Time Out Rated: 4/5 Nov 18, 2011 Full Review Ben Kenigsberg Time Out Rated: 2/5 Nov 17, 2011 Full Review Andrea Gronvall Chicago Reader Benson Lee's crackling 2007 video documentary follows five teams as they compete for a world title, with one amazing number after another showcasing the dancers' chorus-line precision, gymnastic athleticism, and thematic novelty. Dec 17, 2008 Full Review Jennifer Merin About.com Great entertainment backed with profound social and cultural insight about the worldwide grass roots importance of breakdancing. After admiring the dancers' athleticism, you'll want to hit the gym. Rated: 4.5/5 May 26, 2009 Full Review National Post Rated: 2.5/4 Oct 18, 2008 Full Review Liz Braun Jam! Movies An exhilarating documentary about street dancers from around the globe. Rated: 3.5/5 May 30, 2008 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Cool and fun without being too niche. Makes you want to go to the next championship even if you've never taken much notice of the subject before. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Audience Member muyyyyyyyyyyyy buena! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/29/23 Full Review Audience Member Lee allows the people and subject matter to speak for themselves, and that's what draws us in. Break dancing is amazing but it's the personality that makes it interesting. And I wonder if they actually filmed at Camp Boniface - without getting shot or banned for life. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review Audience Member Loved the exposure to b-boy culture, but even more than that I was grateful to be introduced to who some of these dancers are and where they're coming from. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/20/23 Full Review Audience Member I think this movie was a perfect way of contributing to the hip hop culture and what its like to be fond and into the lifestyle.that alot of movie goers dont understand why most movies based on this culture is made!I seen alot of comments from those that have no idea what its like to be a fan of street dancing,and maybe if they took the time to watch and learn why its such a big deal in dance films..they would understand why it dont take much storyline or an oscar winning role acting in any movie that is based on the dance,but thats what this movie brings to the table about street dancing and the lifestyle..wich I was fond of back in late 70's early 80's and wich still is going strong today all over the world,and I commend benson lee's contribution to try and teach the world what the culture and lifestyle is about and means to the world of hip hop..the music the dance and the lifestyle..is all they need-kudos- to the hip hop nation and benson lee for trying to teach the world..what the dance is all about!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/24/23 Full Review Audience Member Without an interest in break dancing either then or during it's comeback, I found this one difficult to sit through. Boring as hell. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 02/07/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis An international competition in Germany highlights a look at the evolution and resurgence of break-dancing.
Director
Benson Lee
Production Co
Mental Pictures
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 22, 2016
Runtime
1h 41m
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