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.
Score
Actual Reggaeton bangers that almost justify the existence of this film.
Costume
Peak mid-2000s streetwear preserved in amber.
Acting
Giancarlo Esposito doing Serious Actor work in a movie about dance battles.
Director
Alejandro Chomski
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released at Reggaeton's mainstream peak, this film tried to replicate 'Step Up' energy for the Latinx market.
Jennifer Lopez produced this through her company Nuyorican Productions, which explains the budget and the Omarion casting.
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