The critics are idiots

Rating: 8/10 (24 August 2006)

I've read quite a few reviews on this movie and I really don't understand why Step Up is getting such bad reviews. First of all, you don't go to a dance movie to see Oscar-worthy acting. Chances are, you want to see some dancing and Step Up blows away most dance movies out there. What Miss Fletcher did, contrary to other dance movies out there, was take dancers and make them act - not the other way around. I would rather see poor acting in a dance movie than poor dancing. The chemistry between the characters was believable, the cinematography was brilliant; there was some humor, some drama and most importantly, a good overall message for younger viewers. You can tell by watching that the actors had fun making this movie and because of that, it was fun to watch. Having said that, I would bring my son to see this movie in a heartbeat. I wouldn't have to cover his ears or his eyes - and nowadays - that's saying a lot. Its a good, wholesome movie and you'll be groovin' in your chair during the dance scenes. Its a shame that today's society gives Oscars to movies that have gay sex scenes and proclaim it a "must-see movie" but rip apart the decent ones and tell you not to waste your money on a movie like Step Up. I don't get it. Go see Step Up - I believe you and your family will enjoy it. Miss Fletcher is a class act and I can't wait to see her future movies. Hey Joel Siegel - I don't know what you're smokin' buddy - this movie gets 2 thumbs way up, baby.