Born for You
Born for You

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Born for You

2023
Movie
108 min
Italian

Alba has Down's Syndrome and was left in the hospital when she was born. Thirty families rejected her before the court decided to entrust her to Luca: a Catholic — and gay — single man.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Rodney "Rod" HarrisGenres: Drama, Romance, Musical

Plot Summary

In the vibrant world of competitive ballroom dancing, rising star Layla strives to make a name for herself. When a tragic accident sidelines her long-time partner, she's forced to team up with the enigmatic and rebellious Kai. As they navigate demanding routines and intense rivalries, a powerful connection sparks between them, challenging their individual ambitions and forcing them to confront their pasts.

Critical Reception

Born for You received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its energetic dance sequences and the chemistry between its leads. However, some found the plot predictable and the character development uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with electrifying dance choreography.

  • The lead actors deliver compelling performances, particularly in their romantic tension.

  • Storytelling occasionally falters with predictable plot points and underdeveloped supporting characters.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's vibrant dance numbers and the central romance, appreciating the emotional journey of the characters. Some viewers wished for more originality in the plot.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Dance Choreography at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The lead actors, Rachel M. Johnson and Tyler James Williams, underwent six months of intensive ballroom dance training before filming began, performing many of their own stunts.

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Based on a true story, this follows the struggle of Luca (Pierluigi Gigante), a gay Roman Catholic in Italy, to adopt a child. He lives with his partner Lorenzo (Alessandro Piavani) and runs a community facility that looks after people with...