Planet B-Boy

Name: Planet B-Boy
Genre: History, Music, Documentary
Released: March 21, 2008
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 63

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Gravitas Ventures | Release Date: March 21, 2008 | Unrated

Summary: With compelling characters and vibrant dance sequences, Planet B-Boy is set in the international world of b-boying, the urban dance more commonly known as "break dancing." Weaving between the vivid backdrops of Osaka, Paris, Seoul, and Las Vegas, spectacular choreography frames the intimate stories of dancers who struggle for their dreamsWith compelling characters and vibrant dance sequences, Planet B-Boy is set in the international world of b-boying, the urban dance more commonly known as "break dancing." Weaving between the vivid backdrops of Osaka, Paris, Seoul, and Las Vegas, spectacular choreography frames the intimate stories of dancers who struggle for their dreams despite being misunderstood by their larger societies and their own families. An American dancer in Vegas looks for his big break; a Korean son seeks his father's approval; a 12-year-old boy in France confronts his family's racism. All of the b-boys' lives collide in Germany where their skills are put to the ultimate test: the "Battle of the Year" finals, with crews from 18 nations vying for the title of World Champion. (Elephant Eye Films)… Expand

Director: Benson Lee

Genre(s): History, Music, Documentary

Rating: Unrated

Runtime: 95 min

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Michael Sragow

The shows themselves are extraordinary, especially Japan's Ichigei group, which has the all-out fun and athleticism of a vitaminized Twyla Tharp troupe. Read full review

Elizabeth Weitzman

Though he doesn't break any new documentary ground, Lee knows how to shoot his subjects. Their stories are moving, and their moves are thrilling. Read full review

TV Guide Magazine Maitland McDonagh

The crews are perfectly cast for maximum drama. Read full review

Justin Lowe

An eye-catching combination of cultural history, performer profiles and competition footage that should see enthusiastic response from niche audiences in urban and specialty venues. Read full review

Dennis Harvey

Often exhilarating docu charts several breakdancing crews' path to the Battle of the Year, which hosts national winners from 18 countries -- not excluding Israel, Belgium or Latvia -- in dazzling competitive displays. Read full review

Matt Zoller Seitz

From moment to moment, Planet B-Boy is fun, sometimes thrilling and packed with illuminating details and striking personalities. Read full review

Kyle Smith

Proves that what might be (but probably isn't) worth five minutes of your time while you're passing through the Times Square subway station really isn't worth a 1 1/2-hour movie. Read full review

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BboyW.

Mar 25, 2008

Great documentary on bboying or breakdancing. I loved it not only because of the amazing moves but because it gives people who are unaware of bboying a taste of the bboy culture and lifestyle.