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Melbourne Shuffler

Melbourne Shuffler

A revolutionary documentary about an underground dance style.

Genres

MusicDocumentary

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Dance music has spread across the world transcending religious & racial barriers connecting to the hearts and souls of millions. People have always felt the rhythm of music and have as a result evolved countless dance styles throughout the ages. Beginning in the late 80's in Melbourne's underground dance music party scene, a revolutionary freestyle dance began to grow and has now developed into the most unique and robust underground dance style since the birth of Breakdancing. The Melbourne Shuffle has no set steps but encourages individuality and imagination, incorporating dance moves from numerous styles such as miming, popping & locking, liquid and breaking.

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Budget

$8000

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

78 mins

Rating

9.8/10

Release Date

01 January 2005

Country

Australia

Cast

Scott Alert

Scott Alert

Himself - Interviewee

Tim Day-Lewis

Tim Day-Lewis

Spiro The Pyro

Mike Daniel

Mike Daniel

Strikealite Mike

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