Footloose (1984)

Defending Dancing

Ren (Kevin Bacon) appeals to the Bible to defend his dance at the town meeting.

Directed by Herbert Ross.

Released in 1984 by Paramount.

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  • primary-genre: Romance
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  • primary-genre: Drama
  • secondary-genre: Teen Romance
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  • mood: Inspiring
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  • primary-occasion: Professional Events
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  • prop: Microphone
  • prop: Bible
  • setting: Conference Room
  • theme: Oppression
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  • actor: Dianne Wiest
  • actor: John Lithgow
  • actor: Kevin Bacon
  • director: Herbert Ross
  • producer: Craig Zadan
  • producer: Lewis J. Rachmil
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  • cinematographer: Ric Waite
  • costume-designer: Gloria Gresham
  • production-designer: Ron Hobbs
  • role-name: Vi Moore
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  • screenwriter: Dean Pitchford
  • year: 1984
  • studio: Paramount