Dirty Dancing
Vestron Pictures | Release Date: August 25, 1987
7.5
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Generally favorable reviews based on 123 Ratings
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KadeemluvmusicNov 25, 2012
Damn, it's been 25 years since Dirty Dancing was released. Maybe I could really dance to Jennifer Grey's victory on Season 10 of Dancing With the Stars right about now. And I hope Patrick Swayze is sending big smiles in heaven and reuniteDamn, it's been 25 years since Dirty Dancing was released. Maybe I could really dance to Jennifer Grey's victory on Season 10 of Dancing With the Stars right about now. And I hope Patrick Swayze is sending big smiles in heaven and reunite with Grey one last time. I miss the 80's, what a great film.… Expand
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Poland99Nov 27, 2016
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ciaraNov 30, 2005
This is the best film ever.
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JPKJul 15, 2019
Romance At It’s Finest
With a great cast, memorable soundtrack (Hungry Eyes anyone?), and well executed romance, Dirty Dancing is a 1987 classic you shouldn’t miss out on.
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KyleighH.Feb 11, 2006
This movie is such an 80's classic. Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey make such a cute little couple in this movie. I love the part where they were dancing at the end. My mom loves this movie also. The movie also featured the late Jerry This movie is such an 80's classic. Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey make such a cute little couple in this movie. I love the part where they were dancing at the end. My mom loves this movie also. The movie also featured the late Jerry Orbach who played Jake, Baby's father. This is a cute 80's movie.… Expand
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LyssmOct 15, 2007
Its a classic..and nothing less. The dancing and the chemistry are amazing. It will live on....and viewers will always catch themselves rewinding to view scenes another time.
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MariaDec 9, 2008
I agree with Ciara - this is the best film ever! I can't help watching it when I have a chance. The cast is very nice and Patrick Swayze is a perfect man you can dream about.
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beingryanjudeSep 2, 2014
There's a reason that Dirty Dancing is still referenced today--it's classic, filled with inspirational performances, dancing and joyous music. Dancing films were a-plenty in the 1980s, but few will be remembered alongside Dirty Dancing.
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kyle20ellisMar 13, 2022
Dirty Dancing is an excellent movie. No, it isn't perfect, but it is solid entertainment for those into dancing. There are two flaws with the film. The script is not the best script in the world, to be honest, there are some clichés. Also, asDirty Dancing is an excellent movie. No, it isn't perfect, but it is solid entertainment for those into dancing. There are two flaws with the film. The script is not the best script in the world, to be honest, there are some clichés. Also, as much as Cynthia Rhodes puts a lot of energy into the dance routines, her acting isn't as good unfortunately.

However, putting those minor discrepancies aside, the highlights are the jaw-dropping if rather erotic dance routines and the ever-popular soundtrack. The famous lift in the best dance of the film is very hard to do properly, and as far as I'm aware, it was very well-done. The soundtrack isn't like Charlie's Angels or anything similar to that, where the songs get too much. If anything, they capture the feel-good nature of the film perfectly.

Now for the performances. I have already mentioned Cynthia Rhodes, but I thought that Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey gave the roles of their careers in Dirty Dancing. Their partnership was like Torvill and Dean on ice, unquestionably brilliant. Jerry Orbach gives a wonderful performance also as the earnest Jake Housemann.

In conclusion, with a couple of minor flaws, Dirty Dancing is a treat, for those into dancing.8/10. Bethany Cox… Expand
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FanBoyCritic1Mar 24, 2016
Dirty Dancing(1987)
Starring: Jennifer Grey, Patrick Swayze, Jerry Orbach, Cynthia Rhodes, Jack Weston, Jane Brucker, Kelly Bishop, Loony Price, Max Cantor, Alvin Myerovich, and Paula Trueman
Directed By: Emile Ardolino Review HAVE THEDirty Dancing(1987)
Starring: Jennifer Grey, Patrick Swayze, Jerry Orbach, Cynthia Rhodes, Jack Weston, Jane Brucker, Kelly Bishop, Loony Price, Max Cantor, Alvin Myerovich, and Paula Trueman
Directed By: Emile Ardolino
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HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE
Hello Kiddies your pal the cupid critic here with one of the most pop cultural hits of the 80s, that I keep mistaking for Footloose which I have not seen.
The Summer of 2963... Innocent 17-year old Baby(Grey) vacation's with her parents at a Catskill's resort. ne evening she is drawn to the staff quarters by stirring music. There she meets Johnny, the hotel dance instructor, who is as experienced as Baby is naïve. Baby soon becomes Johnny's pupil in dance and love.
Every time I see anyone dancing in this picture I feel like their having sex or are about to have sex because they move like there body's are intertwined and are like "Oh I want you" but when I see Baby and Johnny dancing it's a lot of fun. The film does shine with its incredible choreography I especially love those scenes where Baby and Johnny are doing the mambo. The film does achieve its primary goal for an energetic love number of dance.
Dirty Dancing is a great film. I give it a 3 and a half out of five.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorJul 6, 2021
Dirty Dancing. And I owe it all to you. Three awesome. Amazing drama, dance and music. And of course the famous final dance. I am sure this movie can be re-watched in 100 years and it will also be great.
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GarfieldukDec 3, 2017
The iconic movie of the 80's, if not of all time. The idiot critic that gave it 50/100 is out of touch and has no feelings obviously, watched it more than a dozen times and every time is brilliant
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RobwinzApr 19, 2020
An enjoyable movie, Baby (Jennifer Grey) and Johnny (Patrick Swayze) have got some good chemistry when they're on set together during these scenes. Also, the movie has got an interesting story and it's got a decent soundtrack.
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