Back by 6
Back by 6

Movie spotlight

Back by 6

2011
Movie
29 min
English

Two young men search for a window to wash, rain jackets to take off, and various wounds to heal. They move apart, and meet up again - and have to be back by 6.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Director: Ryan PolitoGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This short documentary follows the journey of the hip-hop dance crew "Beat Freaks" as they prepare for and compete in the "Battle of the Year" competition. It showcases their intense training, personal struggles, and dedication to their craft. The film captures the high stakes and emotional rollercoaster of professional dance competition.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary focusing on a specific competition, 'Back by 6' received limited mainstream critical reviews. However, it was generally well-received within the dance and online film communities for its raw portrayal of the dedication and passion required for professional dance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intimate look into the lives of competitive dancers.

  • Appreciated for capturing the intensity and pressure of dance battles.

  • Noted for its energetic editing and focus on the grueling training process.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this specific short documentary is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The documentary heavily features the "Beat Freaks" crew, who gained significant recognition after appearing on MTV's 'America's Best Dance Crew'.

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