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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Just finished rewatching Footloose.

Filmed in 1984 when 12% of the American population was Black, yet there are zero Black kids in a movie about dancing.

Remember the big dance scene at the end? They had white guys breakdancing. This was at the height of the breakdancing craze btw. All white cast, and they didn’t even bother to add any Black or brown dancers in the big school dance. Zero.

Pretty shocking. [/quote]
I am an advocate for diversity, however I think it's ridiculous to criticize the casting of Footloose.  It was in rural Kansas for crying out loud.  Are you aware that many schools in the Midwest are still 100% white?  So, Footloose seems to have correctly portrayed the demographics.  Representation just for the sake of is not right.  I would rather not see a minority person casted in a film if their role will be for the sole purpose of perpetuating a stereotype.  The stereotype that you want to inject is only black people can dance.  :roll:

I am a biracial woman.  I do not need a film to inject a token biracial or black person in order for me to relate to the movie.  Like when I watch Bollywood films I don't expect to see other races or ethnicities, but Indians.  I am fine with that.

Now if you want to question why there are still many schools in the United States that are 100% white, then you have a leg to stand on.  You can take your argument to the politics forum.  We can discuss desegregation and educational policy.

If Footloose took place in New York City or Los Angelos, then you would definitely have an argument.   For now, leave Footloose alone!

I value diversity, but I also value authenticity in films.  Travel to the Midwest sometimes.  You will visit so many towns where there are no black or brown people.  For now leave Footloose alone! [/quote]

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