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202291 minGdocumentary

Keep Stepping

202291 minGdocumentary

Sixty contestants compete in the preliminary rounds of Australia's biggest street dance competition, Destructive Steps, as two women strive for a better life.

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Sixty contestants compete in the preliminary rounds of Australia's biggest street dance competition, Destructive Steps, as two women strive for a better life.

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Patricia trains as a breakdancer on Sydney’s urban fringe while waiting for her visa. Gabi, a powerful performer, shares the same dream of success. Both women compete in Destructive Steps, Australia’s largest street dance competition, where 60 contestants vie for victory. They face financial struggles and challenging relationships that threaten their chances. As they prepare for the preliminary rounds, their dedication to dance becomes a path toward a better life.

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