Next Level

About This Movie

Next Level (2019) dives into the competitive world of youth performing arts, centering on a group of teens vying for the top spot in a summer program. The film paints a vibrant atmosphere, showcasing hip-hop dance and songwriting through a lens that feels both energetic and earnest. It explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the pressure to excel, all while maintaining a lighthearted yet dramatic tone. The pacing is pretty brisk, keeping you engaged without dragging. Performances are a mixed bag, but the camaraderie among the characters shines through, helping to balance moments of tension with genuine connection. It’s not your typical dance flick; there's an underlying sincerity that makes it stand out a bit more than others in the genre.

Good for dance enthusiastsExplores youth ambitionFeatures a mix of performances