Stomp the Yard
Director: Sylvain White
Actors: Columbus Short, Meagan Good, Ne-Yo
PlotDJ Williams, a troubled youth from Los Angeles, relocates to Atlanta to live with his aunt and uncle after his younger brother's tragic death. Struggling to adapt to his new environment, DJ enrolls at Truth University and quickly becomes captivated by the world of competitive Greek stepping. While initially interested in staying out of trouble, DJ's impressive dance skills attract the attention of two rival fraternities, Mu Gamma Xi and Theta Nu Theta, both of which hope to recruit him for their respective step teams. Reluctantly, DJ joins Theta Nu Theta, determined to honor his brother's memory.
As DJ becomes more involved with the fraternity and its rigorous preparation for the upcoming national step competition, he begins to bond with his teammates and discovers a sense of belonging he hasn't felt in years. In addition to grappling with internal conflicts and the intense rivalry with Mu Gamma Xi, DJ also navigates a budding romantic relationship with April, a fellow student. Just when things start to look up for DJ, he faces unexpected challenges that test his loyalty, dedication, and resilience in his journey toward personal growth and redemption.
Writers: Robert Adetuyi, Gregory Ramon Anderson
Release Date: 12 Jan 2007
Runtime: 115 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Stomp the Yard's clichéd narrative is redeemed by energetic performances, impressive step dancing, and a top-tier Blu-ray presentation with stunning 1080p visuals and both PCM and Dolby TrueHD audio.
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