He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin' (1983)
51 min
Why do over 1,000 New York City schoolchildren audition for a modern dance program that requires them to sacrifice free time and involvement in sports and music? For a chance to study with the charismatic Jacques d'Amboise at the National Dance Institute. His philosophy--that creativity exists within everyone and that trying one's best ensures success--forms the foundation of a unique dance program. This documentary chronicles one school-year-long program including initial auditions, rehearsals, and the creation of an exclusive "SWAT" team, and culminates in an amazing, year-end performance at New York's Felt Forum. D'Amboise's enthusiasm is infectious--children, parents, teachers, professional dancers and musicians, and even local law enforcement officers find themselves involved in his productions. This Academy Award-winning documentary details the inspiring story of how one talented dancer's vision flourished into a coveted New York City dance program.
- Release date
- November 1, 1983
- Country of origin
- United States
Trailer
Cast
- Jacques d'Amboise as Self
- Judy Collins as Self - Host of Final Performance
- Kevin Kline as Self - Narrator
- Tom McCaffrey as Self
- Lee Norris as Self
- George Balanchine as Self
- Carolyn d'Amboise as Self
- Christopher d'Amboise as Self
- Janet Eilber as Self - Featured Dancer
- Joshua Feinman as Self
Crew
- Emile Ardolino · Director
- Emile Ardolino · Producer
- Francis Kenny · Cinematographer
- Don Lenzer · Cinematographer
- John Lindley · Cinematographer
- James McCalmont · Cinematographer
- Charlotte Grossman · Editor
- Thomas Haneke · Editor