Take the Lead
“Never Follow”
2006•PG-13•1h 58m•6.9•Released
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A former professional dancer volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system and, while his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create a completely new style of dance. Based on the story of ballroom dancer, Pierre Dulane.
Director
Liz Friedlander
Writer
Dianne Houston
Budget
$30M
Revenue
$66M
Languages
English
Studio
New Line Cinema
Cast
Antonio Banderas
Pierre Dulaine
Rob Brown
Rock
Yaya DaCosta
LaRhette
Alfre Woodard
Augustine James
John Ortiz
Mr. Temple
Laura Benanti
Tina
Katya Virshilas
Morgan
Jenna Dewan
Sasha
Jasika Nicole
Egypt
Jo Chim
Gretchen
Dante Basco
Ramos
Elijah Kelley
Danjou
Marcus T. Paulk
Eddie
Lauren Collins
Caitlin
Lyriq Bent
Easy
Production
Company
New Line Cinema
Company
Tiara Blu Films
Producer
Christopher Godsick
Producer
Diane Nabatoff
Producer
Michelle Grace
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