He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin' (1983)
Directed by Emile Ardolino · 48 min · Documentary
15.9 TOPICAL score · #4,948 of 6,776 films
Vote for it on the board →Why do over 1,000 New York City schoolchildren audition for a modern dance program that requires them to sacrifice free time and involvement in sports and music? For a chance to study with the charismatic Jacques d'Amboise at the National Dance Institute. His philosophy--that creativity exists within everyone and that trying one's best ensures success--forms the foundation of a unique dance program. This documentary chronicles one school-year-long program including initial auditions, rehearsals, and the creation of an exclusive "SWAT" team, and culminates in an amazing, year-end performance at New York's Felt Forum. D'Amboise's enthusiasm is infectious--children, parents, teachers, professional dancers and musicians, and even local law enforcement officers find themselves involved in his productions. This Academy Award-winning documentary details the inspiring story of how one talented dancer's vision flourished into a coveted New York City dance program.
He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin' (1983, directed by Emile Ardolino) has a TOPICAL score of 15.9 - ranked 4,948 of the 6,776 films TOPICAL scores. It scores highest on awards and cast, and lowest on historical impact. It won 1 award from 1 nomination, including the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film. Audiences: TMDB 6.1/10 (9 ratings). Wikipedia covers it in 8 languages.
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- AudienceTMDB 6.1/10 (9 ratings)
- Awards1 win, 1 nomination - incl. Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film
- ImpactWikipedia articles in 8 languages
- Still read1,054 Wikipedia readers in the last 60 days
Starring: Jacques d'Amboise, Kevin Kline (actor #378)