Manhattan Merengue

Manhattan Merengue

Dance is the rhythm of the heart

1995 · 94 min · ★ 3.7 · Romance, Drama

A realistic look at the life of a young immigrant man who comes to America with the hope of dancing on Broadway.

Directed by Joseph B. Vasquez · Written by Joseph B. Vasquez

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