Breakin': There's No Stopping Us Now!

Who would have thought a low budget movie, made in the early 80s, that used professional dancers instead of actors, could have turned out so well? Well if there was ever any question as to which movie best defines the 1980s. Then 1984's Breakin' is the only logical answer. When Turbo (Michael Chambers aka "Boogaloo Shrimp") and Ozone (Adolfo Quinones aka "Shabba-Doo") befriend Kelly (Lucinda Dickey), a young jazz dancer, they set off to prove to the rest of the dancing world, that not only is "street dance" serious business, but that breakers and head-spinners are here to stay. They work together and learn from each other that dancing is universal, no matter where you are from.

The talent showcased in Breakin' does not stop at dancing, with a soundtrack featuring Ollie and Jerry, Heat Streak, and Bar-Kays, not to mention the on screen appearance from Ice T. This movie never stops delivering hilarious moments (whether they are intentional or not) and awe-inspiring dance-offs that will truly take you back to the era of spandex and leather vests, when life was simple and all you needed was some friends and a boombox.

From the music and outfits, to the dancing and dialogue, Breakin' is without a doubt the perfect dance movie from the 80s, and by the end of the movie, I guarantee you will be wishing there was more. Luckily for you they made a sequal; and yes, Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo is just as good as the first one. Be sure to check them both out, you will not be disappointed!

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