High Strung

High Strung

See the music. Hear the dance.

Directed by Michael Damian

Produced by Sforzando Productions, Castel Film

201696 min7.0 / 10

A feel-good romantic drama about two musicians from opposing worlds who find harmony through dance and music, built on warmth, connection, and the transformative power of art.

When a hip hop violinist busking in the New York subway encounters a classical dancer on scholarship at the Manhattan Conservatory of the Arts, sparks fly. With the help of a hip hop dance crew they must find a common ground while preparing for a competition that could change their lives forever.

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  • Is High Strung scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.

  • Is High Strung one of a kind? No. Less singular than 96% of films.

  • Is High Strung violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Does High Strung end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.

  • Is High Strung easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.

  • Is High Strung sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.

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