Bereft of plot, authentic emotion, or acting chops from its two leads, this romance serves as the franchise's high point.

Rating: 4/10 (3 August 2015)

This movie lacks a complex cause-and-effect structure typical of good films and a plausible, well-constructed plot. It also fails to provide logical reasons for what little conflict there is as well as keeping the interest of the viewer. The acting is mediocre at best; however, the dancing and choreography are the movie's highlights. It cannot be emphasized enough, however, that there needs to be more dancing, specifically in the practice sessions, to make the film seem faintly realistic. In regarding to the quality of acting, Jenna Dewan is more dancer than actress while Channing Tatum once again fulfills his typecast character of "that cute guy from the ghettos." Besides their eventual marriage, the two actors show little chemistry on the big screen. The two protagonist's character traits are easy to find decent but hard to deem sympathetic. Look no further than James Thurber's "The Princess and the Tin Box" for irony regarding the stereotypical "rich girl likes poor boy" cliché portrayed in this movie. For people who enjoy formulaic, predictable romances without any substantial conflict, depth, or sincerity.