Dirty Dancing was a cult classic that swept us off our feet and samba-ed its way into our hearts. Now, 30 years after its cinematic debut, it’s still one of the greatest romantic hits to ever grace the big screen and holds a special place in movie history. Still, as we were spellbound by Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey’s iconic lift, the plot could have easily turned out so differently…
A Movie All About Heart
In a candid interview about the real meaning behind Dirty Dancing, Swazye explained how “It’s not about the sensuality; it’s really about people trying to find themselves—this young dance instructor feeling like he’s nothing but a product, and this young girl trying to find out who she is in a society of restrictions when she has such an amazing take on things. On a certain level, it’s really about the fabulous, funky little Jewish girl getting the guy because what she’s got in her heart.”
A Movie All About Heart