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Key Features:
Dancing, Coma, Revival, Talent show, Dance competition, Family business, Nostalgia, 1980s, Underdog, Friendship, Romantic subplot, Comedy
Tone:
humorous, whimsical, earnest
Target Audience:
Comedy fans, Dance movie enthusiasts, Those who enjoy nostalgic films, Viewers seeking lighthearted entertainment
Emotional Arc:
Inspiration → Setback → Triumph

Kickin' It Old Skool

2007-04-27
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In 1986, a young breakdancer falls into a coma after hitting his head in a talent show. 20 years later, he awakens and attempts to revive his dance team's short-lived career in order to support his parents' failing yogurt shop.

Genres
Comedy
Cast
Jamie Kennedy, Maria Menounos, Miguel A. Núñez Jr., Michael Rosenbaum, Christopher McDonald, Debra Jo Rupp, Bobby Lee, Aris Alvarado, Alan Ruck, Jesse
Crew
Harvey Glazer, Josh Siegal, Dylan Morgan, Trace Slobotkin
Rating
4.706(97 votes)
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