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House Party 2 (1991)

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Step Up 2: The Streets (2008)

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Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming (2010)

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Roll Bounce (2005)

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Feel the Noise (2007)

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After a run-in with local thugs, aspiring Harlem rapper Rob flees to a place and father he never knew, and finds his salvation in Reggaeton, a spicy blend of hip-hop, reggae and Latin beats. Puerto Rico, the spiritual home of Reggaeton, inspires Rob and his step-brother Javi to pursue their dream of becoming Reggaeton stars. Together with a dancer named C.C., they learn what it means to stay true to themselves and each other, while overcoming obstacles in love, greed and pride, all culminating in an explosive performance at New York’s Puerto Rican Day Parade.

IMDB Rating: 3.0

IMDB Votes: 5000

Genere: Drama, Music

Country: USA

Duration: 86 min

Plot tags: feel good, realistic, hood, serious