Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo
Street dancers unite to save community center
About Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo
Released: 1984
Platform: Hulu
Rating: PG
Run time: 1h 34m
Cast
Lucinda Dickey, Adolfo "Shabba-Doo" Quinones, Michael "Boogaloo Shrimp" Chambers, Susie Bono, Harry Caesar
About Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo
Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo is a 1984 film directed by Sam Firstenberg. The plot centers around street dancers trying to stop developers from demolishing a community recreation center. The movie is a sequel to the earlier movie Breakin', and the title has since become a humorous colloquialism for any unnecessary or ridiculous sequel.
Making / Production
The film was directed by Sam Firstenberg and produced by Yoram Globus and Menahem Golan. Cannon Films was responsible for the production.
Actors
- Lucinda Dickey as Kelly - The protagonist who returns from the original movie to save the recreation center.
- Adolfo 'Shabba Doo' Quinones as Orlando 'Ozone' - Kelly's partner in the dance crew and one of the leading residents fighting for the center.
- Michael 'Boogaloo Shrimp' Chambers as Tony 'Turbo' - The third member of the crew, known for his incredible popping and lighting moves.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The title 'Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo' has become a stereotypical title for a sequel.
- The film was responded within 7 months of the original movie's release.
- This was the debut movie role for Ice-T who went on to become a successful rapper and actor.
Awards
No known awards for this film.
Quotes
- "We're here to save the centre!" - Kelly
- "We gonna break, and there's nothing you can do about it!" - Ozone
- "Don't just stand there, bust a move!" - Turbo
Music / Soundtrack
- 'Electric Boogaloo' - Ollie and Jerry
- 'Radiotron' - Firefox
- 'When I.C.U.' - Ollie and Jerry
About Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo
A sequel showcasing street dancers defending their community center from a greedy developer, filled with vibrant music and impressive choreography.