Debonair Dancers
Synopsis
Debonair Dancers is a 1986 short American documentary film produced and directed by Alison Nigh-Strelich, and narrated by Jack Lemmon. It is about The Debonaire Special Dancers of Bakersfield, CA, a group started decades ago by John Soiu and continues today under the direction of Sheri Fortino. The group fosters social and life skills while stimulating creativity and confidence in the special needs students it serves. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alison Nigh-Strelich
- Screenplay & Story
- Holly Johnson
- Original Title
- Debonair Dancers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- Brooks Institute of Photography
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alison Nigh-Strelich
Holly Johnson
Alison Nigh-Strelich
Department Leadership Roster
Alison Nigh-Strelich
Producer
Holly Johnson
Writer
Alison Nigh-Strelich
Director
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What is Debonair Dancers about?
Debonair Dancers is a 1986 short American documentary film produced and directed by Alison Nigh-Strelich, and narrated by Jack Lemmon. It is about The Debonaire Special Dancers of Bakersfield, CA, a group started decades ago by John Soiu and continues today under the direction of Sheri Fortino. The group fosters social and life skills while stimulating creativity and confidence in the special needs students it serves. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
Who directed Debonair Dancers?
Debonair Dancers was directed by Alison Nigh-Strelich.
Who stars in Debonair Dancers?
The principal cast of Debonair Dancers includes Jack Lemmon.
When was Debonair Dancers released and how long is it?
Debonair Dancers was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 24m.