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Tap (1989) Reviews

Tap (1989)
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Gregory Hines plays the ex-convict son of a famed tap-dancer. Taking over his late father's Harlem dance studio, Hines can't shake memories of his childhood, when he was being touted as a dancing prodigy. Challenged to fulfill his destiny by his dad's old cronies--among them such terpsichorean giants as Sammy Davis Jr., Steve Condos, Jimmy Slyde and Harold Nicholas--Hines does his best to avoid lapsing back into a life of crime. The struggle to save Hines' soul is a titanic one, with Hines' girlfriend Suzzanne Douglas tugging at him from one direction and his old burglary partner Joe Morton yanking from the other. The plotline of Tap is merely an excuse to show off some of the most dazzling footwork ever recorded on film. The director is Nick Castle Jr., who like star Gregory Hines is scion of a legendary dancing family. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Gregory Hines, Suzzanne Douglas, (more)
Director(s):
Nick Castle, Jr.
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Format(s):
DVD
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Member Reviews

Deana M.

Gregory Hines at his best! It was great seeing Sammy Davis Jr. being a smooth tapping guy! Great to watch and also a great love story thrown in!

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Juliana S.

The late, great Gregory Hines is surely one of the most charismatic entertainers in history. This film is his perfect vehicle, in a formula as old as movies themselves: a man, faced a good and a bad choice, the good woman who keeps him honest, and his life saved through dance. And, oh, the dancing! Sammy Davis Jr. heads a passel of oldtimers, Hines dazzales throughout, and the very young Savion Glover is already amazing. Suzanne Douglas is beautiful and strong as the love interest. The artistic direction is beautiful, with plenty of moody lighting. The choreography is expertly photographed, a real relief for those of us frustrated by the insane crosscutting in the hoofers' scene in Coppola's "Cotton Club." While its appeal is universal, this is also a powerful Black pride film. Tap dancing stands for tradition, for love and respect between generations, for culture and redemption. Final note: don't miss the tribute to Hines, "About Gregory" the Special Features.

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Crystal G.

Gregory Hines, an exceptional dancer, actor, singer made magic in this movie as we were able to see his sensational moves, style, and grace. The ensemble cast, which will never be together again, makes this movie a movie to watch again and again just so we won't forget what we truely miss.

Yes   |   No


Rebekah G.

This film is a classic and a MUST HAVE for tap dancers and those who love it! Not only do you get the incredible Gregory Hines, but other dancing legends such as Sammy Davis, Jr. Jimmy Slyde and Harold Nicholas-Hines!

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Darold B.

Outstanding film to watch. Loved the Tap Dancing scenes the best.

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Harry S.

Great to see Sam and Gregory in this wonderful tribute to the largely unknown (by the white folk) stars of the "chit'lin" curcuit. Sam used to bring these icons of another age into his Vegas/Tahoe shows and delight audiences with the "tell it like it was" talents of these larger than life stars of black vaudeville. Here is a very well choreographed vignette of what America missed out on during the Jim Crow years. After seeing this, the word "challenge" will take on an entirely different connotation. An only slightly buffed up look into the history of the subculture of dance. There's lots of worse ways to invest 111 minutes. Harry S.

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SHARON G.

Gregory is always fun to watch, but the dialog in this movie is so ackward that Sammy Davis Jr. has a tough time with it. The actors look embarassed to have to mouth such drivel. The dancing is entertaining, the plot is clunky.

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    Deana M.

    Gregory Hines at his best! It was great seeing Sammy Davis Jr. being a smooth tapping guy! Great to watch and also a great love story thrown in!

    Yes   |   No

     
    Juliana S.

    The late, great Gregory Hines is surely one of the most charismatic entertainers in history. This film is his perfect vehicle, in a formula as old as movies themselves: a man, faced a good and a bad choice, the good woman who keeps him honest, and his life saved through dance. And, oh, the dancing! Sammy Davis Jr. heads a passel of oldtimers, Hines dazzales throughout, and the very young Savion Glover is already amazing. Suzanne Douglas is beautiful and strong as the love interest. The artistic direction is beautiful, with plenty of moody lighting. The choreography is expertly photographed, a real relief for those of us frustrated by the insane crosscutting in the hoofers' scene in Coppola's "Cotton Club." While its appeal is universal, this is also a powerful Black pride film. Tap dancing stands for tradition, for love and respect between generations, for culture and redemption. Final note: don't miss the tribute to Hines, "About Gregory" the Special Features.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Crystal G.

    Gregory Hines, an exceptional dancer, actor, singer made magic in this movie as we were able to see his sensational moves, style, and grace. The ensemble cast, which will never be together again, makes this movie a movie to watch again and again just so we won't forget what we truely miss.

    Yes   |   No

     
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