Fun, entertaining movie

Rating: Null/10 (30 January 1999)

First, I don't care for 1980s or 1990s films, in general. There is way too emphasis on action, explosions, swearing, nudity, and violence for my liking. "Dirty Dancing," though it is not completely "innocent," is a lot better in these respects than most recent films. And it tells an old, old story very well. Watching Jennifer Grey's character development is a delight. Patrick Swayze's dancing doesn't hurt, either. From what I have observed, more so than with just about any other film I can recall, this is not a movie that men like. But my female friends just about all love it. This is not a great movie, but it IS a great experience.