Review of Jig (2011) by Caitlin L — 03 Dec 2016

An interesting look into an amazing sport.

This review of Jig (2011) was written by Caitlin L on 03 Dec 2016.

Jig has generally received positive reviews.

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By Adam Markovitz (84) for Entertainment Weekly (6,953) on 21 Jun 2011

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By The Critic ( (601) on 26 Sep 2012

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By Nancy S (170) on 31 Aug 2011

Toddlers in Tiaras....with Talent! Typical edge of your seat documentary with amazing dancing by some very dedicated little boys and girls…

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By Neil Smith (699) for Total Film (3,532) on 03 May 2011

While it's easy to sneer at the tweens and their scary parents, you can't ignore their dedication to their dying art, nor their kinetic energy…

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By Lisa K (449) on 28 Oct 2011

Missing Ireland lately, so a fun and, at times, thrilling story with compelling dancers, male and female, from all over the world…

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By Paul D (6,077) on 07 Sep 2011

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By Kyle Smith (1,916) for New York Post (6,650) on 16 Jun 2011

There's no way to put this gently: Watching people slam their heels and toes on the boards while drifting around the floor is about as fascinating…

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By Jim Slotek (879) for Jam! Movies (2,396) on 16 Jun 2011

The judging is so arcane, it makes figure skating look sensible…

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