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6.5/10
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Just released from prison, Max Washington must decide which of his previous professions to return to: burglary or tap-dancing.Just released from prison, Max Washington must decide which of his previous professions to return to: burglary or tap-dancing.Just released from prison, Max Washington must decide which of his previous professions to return to: burglary or tap-dancing.
- Awards
- 1 win & 3 nominations
Howard 'Sandman' Sims
- Sandman
- (as Sandman Sims)
The Gifted
- Anthony
- (as Louis Castle)
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- Writer
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Did you know
- TriviaMany of the dance scenes were shot in single takes and at wide angles to show that the dancers were really doing all the steps.
- GoofsWhen Little Mo (Sammy Davis Jr.) is talking to Max (Gregory Hines) and first shouts out "Challenge" to the other dancers, he is wearing a white do-rag on his head. As the dancers run up and join him in the dance room, he is suddenly wearing a hat instead.
- Quotes
Max Washington: I don't do it like everyone else, remember?
- Crazy creditsDuring the end credits, the photograph of Bill Bailey animates to show him backsliding (i.e., moon-walking).
- Alternate versionsTo receive a PG certificate, two uses of 'fuck' were cut from the UK cinema and video releases. These were restored in the 12 rated DVD.
Featured review
One of his best for Gregory Hines
This movie showed the extreme talent of Gregory Hines, Sammy Davis Jr. and all of the fine old hoofers. It also shows that even though you may get older you still have to keep your legs. Tap dancing is a very demanding art.
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- renelsonok
- Jan 24, 2004
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $9,114,702
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $2,217,150
- Feb 12, 1989
- Gross worldwide
- $9,114,702
- Runtime1 hour 51 minutes
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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