Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance

Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance

2007 · 95 min · ★ 5.2 · Comedy, Music

Razzle Dazzle follows the eager members of "Mr. Jonathon's Dance Academy" who, with their unique dance routines, compete for Grand Final success at Australia's most prestigious competition. Amidst parental politics, petty rivalry, creative controversy and the hysterics of pushy stage mothers, the film takes you behind the glamor and the glitter to a world where, sometimes, winning is everything!

Directed by Darren Ashton · Written by Carolyn Wilson

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Ben Miller Mr. Johnathon
Kerry Armstrong Justine
Shayni Notelovitz Tenille Morgan
Denise Roberts Barbara
Sheridan Rynne Vanessa Deruvo
Kerry-Ann Thoo Millie Simpson
Anastasia Bertinshaw Katie Jasper
Lauren Elton Leanne Finlay
Taylor Anthony Madison Thompson
Veronica Koprivnjak Lorraine Horn
Becky Mamo Emma Irwin
Samantha Hagen Courtney Matterson

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