Review of Staying Alive (1983) by Cheryl C — 03 Jul 2011

One of my favorite movies! never really got into the other movies like this but I really loved this one!

This review of Staying Alive (1983) was written by Cheryl C on 03 Jul 2011.

Staying Alive has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Eric H (2,898) on 27 Aug 2013

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By Anthony G (806) on 12 May 2018

The zero score for this is laughable. Yes, this is not a great film or sequel…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 24 Jan 2015

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It's been a very long time since I saw this. A hot guy dances in this and there's drama and romance. I remember liking it…

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By John M (4,356) on 17 Oct 2017

Love this film. No idea why it has such bad reviews. Great dancing, great energy, great plot.... pure 80s joy…

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By Denise A (572) on 22 Jul 2012

Not as good as the firtst one but enjoyable…

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By Harry W (1,900) on 11 Jan 2016

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This movie is defiantly not a 0%. Ok it isn't Saturday Night Fever , but it does have some charm…

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By Jim A (789) on 28 Aug 2012

Exhibit A in the case of John Travolta vs. Heterosexuality…

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