First Position
User Score
8.2 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14

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  1. metamotivcritic
    Jun 2, 2012
    9
    A lovely, touching movie, albeit a bit heavy on the heart-tugging. I loved the dancing, the cinematography, and the personal stories (and the personalities of the dancers and their families); but most of all I loved the fact that there was no Nigel, Mary, Little C, Trice, or Mia to ruin it.
  2. mschoa
    Jun 1, 2012
    8
    Liked the movie a lot. Showed you the passion and hardwork put in by the youngsters in pursuing their dream of dancing ballet professionally. Would recommend this film to young people and their familes who are seriously considering a career in the arts.
  3. Toolevb
    Jan 26, 2013
    3
    It seemed like a long promotional pitch for: "American Idol for Ballet Dancers". I was ready to be a fan of this documentary and a good story, but the potentially good stories were mashed together. I was disappointed they didn't use the ebb and flow of ballet to tell the story. Great kids, good music, hard work, sacrifice is clear. But, I wasn't invested in the characters...In summary, with so many other great movies to watch, this one is on the end of your list unless you love ballet.… Expand

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Metascore
72 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. The Playlist
    Reviewed by: Kevin Jagernauth
    Jul 23, 2012
    75
    First Position is a simple, but effective portrait of ambition and determination in an art form where the stakes are high and the rewards are few.
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  2. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Kimberley Jones
    May 23, 2012
    67
    It's a wealth of material at odds with a scant running time and shallow focus.
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  3. St. Louis Post-Dispatch
    Reviewed by: Joe Williams
    May 18, 2012
    88
    Among recent documentaries, First Position soars to the head of the class.
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