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If you grew up in the late 80s, you probably remember the era of the dance movie craze. We had Dirty Dancing lifting Baby into the air, Footloose rebelling against the man, and Flashdance welding while wearing a leotard. But nestled between these heavyweights is a lesser-known, sun-drenched gem that deserves a second spin: Salsa (1988).

The dialogue is pure cheese. The acting is... enthusiastic. But once the music starts, you stop caring. The film features an incredible soundtrack produced by the legendary Willie Colón. You get performances by Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, and The Fania All-Stars. When the rhythm hits, the film transforms from a B-movie into a concert film that happens to have a plot. Forget the acting. Robby Rosa can move . The choreography is a beautiful, sweaty blend of traditional mambo, hustle, and that specific 80s Latin freestyle style. The climactic dance sequence is genuinely impressive—a high-energy, percussive explosion of lifts and spins that rivals anything from that decade. salsa 1988 film

To call Salsa a "good movie" in the traditional sense might be a stretch. To call it an enjoyable movie, however, is an understatement. It is a time capsule of big hair, bigger shoulder pads, and the most infectious Latin rhythm ever put on celluloid. The film stars Robby Rosa (formerly of the boy band Menudo) as Rico, a young, handsome mechanic by day and a ferocious dancer by night. Rico lives in Los Angeles with one dream: to win the grand prize at the "Salsa" dance competition to open his own garage (because, of course). If you grew up in the late 80s,