i took my 16yr old daughter who loves to dance to see this movie on a Sunday afternoon. It was a nice movie that showed some of the realities of the business but not in too harsh a light. It was a great way to escape on a Sunday afternoon and get lost at the movies which we love to do. It also was nice to see a movie not so sappy that everyone made it to the big leagues. It showed that even though you work hard and love to dance you just don't have what it takes to make it and i liked how they put that in the movie. It wasn't nasty and was nice to sit through with a teenager who loves the art of dancing yet was entertaining as well. it also showed multiple characters which i liked.
I knew the movie wouldn't live up to my expectations of the book. I myself was disappointed in the movie. the actors were good bella and edwards characters were great. but it just didn't flow like her book it felt awkward like she had nothing to do with the film. i hope the next movie she takes complete control of it and makes sure it flows and comes across like her book. The camera was jittery and it looked like a b movie. It was nice to see the characters that i love i've read the books a couple times i just hope the next movie is better. don't get me wrong i loved seeing it come to life it just was produced poorly