Tap 1989
“Sometimes, no matter what, you can't escape the rhythm.”
What is Tap?
Tap is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 12, 1989
- Studios
- TriStar Pictures, Beco Films
- Genres
- Drama, Music
- Updated
Trailer
Overview
Tap is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama, Music. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A recently released prisoner returns to a tap-dancing club facing old temptations and new opportunities.”
- explores the world of tap dancing and hoofer culture
- features a compelling conflict between crime and performance
- contains themes of crime and former incarceration
- reunions bring tense and complicated relationships
Watch it if you enjoy dramatic stories set around the world of dance and former convicts seeking a fresh start.
The film deals with themes of crime, prison release, and personal conflict.
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Cast
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The main character is Max Washington.
Why was Max in prison?
Max served time for burglary.
Where does Max go after his release?
He returns to his old hangout, a hoofer club.
How does Amy feel about Max's return?
Amy, his old girlfriend and a tap instructor at the club, is less than thrilled to see him.
What do Little Mo and Max's old partners want from him?
Little Mo has plans for a show involving Max, while his old partners in crime have another job for him.