Shake It Up
2010
Original language: English
- family
- kids
- comedy
- drama
The story
Best pals CeCe and Rocky dream of dancing stardom. And they seem on the verge of realizing that goal when they win places as backup dancers on the local TV show "Shake It Up, Chicago." While they get to show off their moves, they find out they need to keep putting their best feet forward to keep up with the rest of the crew on the show.
What it’s like
Bright, saturated sitcom colors and busy, bouncing camera work give this Disney Channel series a constant sugar-rush energy, with its best moments built around choreography shot in wide, well-lit studio sets and bedrooms plastered with posters and glitter. The sound is all bubblegum pop, synth-pop beats and bass-heavy dance tracks that cut in whenever the characters break into a routine. Its vibe is upbeat and giddy, the kind of thing for a Saturday afternoon, a sleepover, or background during a homework session. Episodes move quickly, with short scenes, quick-fire banter and a tight rhythm that reliably lands on a happy resolution. The emotional register is sunny and warm, built around the loyalty between two best friends, sibling squabbles and the small anxieties of wanting something badly. Its intensity is very low: slapstick mishaps and mild comic peril, no violence, no sexual content, nothing frightening. It suits families with younger kids, teens who love music and dance, and anyone wanting something light, bouncy and gentle.
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