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Director
Michael Damian
Cast
Keenan Kampa,
Nicholas Galitzine,
Jane Seymour,
Sonoya Mizuno,
Paul Freeman,
Maia Morgenstern
Genre
Music,
Romance,
Drama
When a hip hop violinist busking in the New York subway encounters a classical dancer on scholarship at the Manhattan Conservatory of the Arts, sparks fly. With the help of a hip hop dance crew they must find a common ground while preparing for a competition that could change their lives forever.
New York Post by Sara Stewart
The journey to this foregone conclusion features several dance-offs mashing up contemporary and classical styles, which director Michael Damian (“Love By Design”) shoots with gusto. Sure, this is all a familiar tune — but it’s still catchy.
The Hollywood Reporter by Stephen Farber
Director Michael Damian does not bring any special spark to the film, but he recognizes the talents of his cast and allows them to shine.
Village Voice by Robyn Bahr
What it loses in thematic richness, the uncynical High Strung makes up for in pure joy.
The New York Times by Jeannette Catsoulis
The dialogue may be dire, but the dancing is delightful.
Los Angeles Times by Michael Rechtshaffen
In the end, you'll either succumb to the silliness of it all and cheer Johnny B. on to his green card or, more likely, be in desperate need of your own exit visa.
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