# Take the Lead (2006)

> A gracious ballroom instructor turns a detention class of skeptical New York teenagers into a team by making dance a language of dignity and trust.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7352

## Facts

- Runtime: 118 min
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Director: Liz Friedlander
- Cast: Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Yaya DaCosta, Alfre Woodard, John Ortiz, Laura Benanti, Katya Virshilas, Jenna Dewan
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0446046/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: uplifting, sincere, spirited, feel good movie night, dance movie marathon

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