Work It, Jennifer

Rating: 5/10 (11 February 2008)

A female welder (yes, you read that correctly) dreams of being a ballerina -- all she needs to do is convince the audition committee for an elite dancing school that she has what it takes. Boy does she ever, showing them that stripper moves and ballet aren't mutually exclusive, all set to the top 40 sounds of Irene Cara.
Welcome to the 1980s, folks, and more specifically, to the run of dance movies clearly inspired by the look and feel of MTV, this one starring Jennifer Beals. "Flashdance" is ridiculous, but would it be anywhere nearly as fun to watch now if it weren't?
Grade: C