2016
PG
Paladin
1 h 36 m

2016
PG
Paladin
1 h 36 m

Summary Ruby (Keenan Kampa) is a dancer from the Midwest on scholarship, living her first day in New York City. Johnnie (Nicholas Galitzine) is a British musician, playing for money in the subway tunnels. Ruby’s world is classical and disciplined; Johnnie’s is improvisational and street smart. When a hip-hop battle gone wrong throws these two ar...

Directed By: Michael Damian

Written By: Janeen Damian, Michael Damian

2016
PG
Paladin
1 h 36 m

2016
PG
Paladin
1 h 36 m

High Strung

Name: High Strung
Genre: Drama, Music, Romance
Released: 2016-04-08
Duration: 1 min 36 s
Rating: 48
Cast: Keenan Kampa, Nicholas Galitzine, Sonoya Mizuno, Jane Seymour, Richard Southgate

Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 5 Critic Reviews

User Score Generally Favorable Based on 11 User Ratings

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Directed By: Michael Damian

Written By: Janeen Damian, Michael Damian

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Mixed or Average Based on 5 Critic Reviews

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New York Post

Apr 7, 2016

The journey to this foregone conclusion features several dance-offs mashing up contemporary and classical styles, which director Michael Damian (“Love By Design”) shoots with gusto. Sure, this is all a familiar tune — but it’s still catchy.

By Sara Stewart FULL REVIEW

The Hollywood Reporter

Apr 7, 2016

Director Michael Damian does not bring any special spark to the film, but he recognizes the talents of his cast and allows them to shine.

By Stephen Farber FULL REVIEW

Village Voice

Apr 6, 2016

What it loses in thematic richness, the uncynical High Strung makes up for in pure joy.

By Robyn Bahr FULL REVIEW

The New York Times

Apr 7, 2016

The dialogue may be dire, but the dancing is delightful.

By Jeannette Catsoulis FULL REVIEW

Los Angeles Times

Apr 7, 2016

In the end, you'll either succumb to the silliness of it all and cheer Johnny B. on to his green card or, more likely, be in desperate need of your own exit visa.

By Michael Rechtshaffen FULL REVIEW

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Production Company Riviera Films, Sforzando Productions, Castel Film Studio

Release Date Apr 8, 2016

Duration 1 h 36 m

Rating PG

Genres

Tagline See the music. Hear the dance.

Website http://heartbeat-movie.jp/

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Ruby Adams

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Richard Southgate

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Paul Freeman

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Marcus Emanuel Mitchell

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Markova

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April

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