Film Lens
Gotta Dance is a documentary that follows the formation of the NJ NETSationals, the New Jersey Nets' first senior hip-hop dance team, consisting of 12 women and 1 man aged between 59 and 80. Directed by Dori Berinstein, the film captures the auditions, training, and eventual performance of this unique group, which was created as a public relations initiative by the Nets franchise in 2007. The film provides insight into the lives of the team members, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and personal stories alongside their dance rehearsals.
The documentary culminates in a halftime show at the Meadowlands, where the NETSationals perform to an enthusiastic crowd. The film also shows the intergenerational connections between the senior dancers and the younger members of the Nets' professional dance team, particularly through the relationships of two senior recruits who have granddaughters on the team. This blend of personal narratives and performance creates a rich portrayal of age and creativity in the world of dance.
Why Watch
- •Meet the NJ NETSationals, a senior hip-hop dance team.
- •See the halftime performance that amazed the Meadowlands crowd.
- •Follow the personal stories of dancers aged 59 to 80.
Did You Know
•The NJ NETSationals debuted at a halftime show in 2007.
•Team members range in age from 59 to 80 years old.
•The film premiered at the 2008 Tribeca Film Festival.
•The musical adaptation, originally titled Half Time, premiered in Chicago on December 13, 2015.
Perfect For
Dance enthusiastsFans of sports documentariesSeniors and their families