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69% Critic Match
Take the Lead
“Never Follow”
6.9 / 10• 2006• 1h 58m•PG-13• English
DramaMusic
Storyline
A former professional dancer volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system and, while his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance. Based on the story of ballroom dancer, Pierre Dulane.
Cast & Crew
Antonio Banderas
Pierre Dulaine
Lead
Rob Brown
Rock
Yaya DaCosta
LaRhette
Alfre Woodard
Augustine James
John Ortiz
Mr. Temple
Laura Benanti
Tina
KV
Katya Virshilas
Morgan
Jenna Dewan
Sasha
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Liz Friedlander's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Take the Lead is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
