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6.2/10
Senior Film Conservator
A definitive 6.2/10 rating for a film that redefined the boundaries of cult cinema. Let's Dance remains a cornerstone of transgressive art.
If you have a weird itch for 1930s choreography and want to see people tap their hearts out, sure. You’ll probably hate this if you need, you know, a story or dialogue that isn’t just 'and now, the sword dancers.' It’s a very specific vibe.
The whole thing feels like a dusty reel someone pulled out of a basement. Dave Gould is front and center, acting like he’s teaching a masterclass that nobody asked for. It’s not quite as charming as
There is a lot of wood-on-floor noise here. Like, a lot. At one point, the sync feels slightly off, and you can tell the sound editor was just doing their best with what they had. It’s not polished, which actually makes it feel more real. 👞 Then there’s the adagio section. It’s slow. Maybe too slow? I found myself staring at the background curtains instead of the actual dancers. They just sort of drift around while you wait for something to happen. The Russian sword dancers were the highlight for me, mostly because I was genuinely worried someone was going to lose a toe. It’s wild to watch them jump around with actual blades while the music keeps playing like it’s a lighthearted romp. ⚔️ It’s not trying to be a masterpiece. It’s just a recording of people moving their bodies in a studio. Sometimes that’s enough, but I wouldn't blame you if you turned it off after ten minutes. It’s not exactly The Cat and the Canary in terms of gripping tension. It just ends. No big finale, no grand bow. Just… off. I liked that, honestly. No fluff.The tapping never really stops
The sword thing