Something else that contributed to this was that Swayze happily did all of his own stunts. Stuntman SwayzeĮven though he almost did not take the role due to his injuries, he did go on to give a notable performance. When this project was introduced to him, he couldn’t quite say no! He could not resist this project and felt it was necessary to push through the pain he was feeling to create the best dance movie ever. Though he loved dancing, Swayze spent time before Dirty Dancing avoiding parts with too much dancing. Despite this, he pushed himself to make sure they had everything they needed in order to succeed. Grey was a natural talent, but she had no professional training like Swayze did. ![]() The actors were cold the entire time could you imagine the iconic water lift scene happening in freezing water? Wow! Sometimes, Swayze Was in PainĮven the professionals can get hurt sometimes! Swayze was a professionally trained dancer and dealt with a long-term knee problem. This movie was actually filmed in Virginia and North Carolina in the winter! The sun may have looked like it was shining down, but that did not mean it was actually warm out. This movie took place during the summer season, but it seems that they did not film it then! Source: / Copyright: Vestron Pictures I grew up going to sleepaway camp myself, so watching this movie brings back all the feels and nostalgia for a simpler time. Not So “Summery” as It Seemsĭirty Dancing was the ultimate summer-loving themed movie. Those moments on screen when Baby starts giggling while they practice their moves and Johnny gets annoyed with her? Those were their real personalities shining through the cracks. Some of the most iconic moments from the movie came from the real interactions between Grey and Swayze while filming. Not everything from this movie was in the script. It is hard to choose what you see as the “best scene ever,” especially in a movie filled with iconic moments! Did you think that everything from this movie went according to plan? Source: / Copyright: Vestron Pictures ![]() How a Life-Altering Accident Gave Birth to Star WarsĮveryone has a favorite scene when it comes to their favorite movie! This is certainly true for fans of the legendary Dirty Dancing. However, in the memoir Swayze published before he passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2009, he wrote that he and Grey did not always get along – even if their on-screen chemistry told a different story. This movie took over our hearts and showed us chemistry that is truly unmatched on screen. Photo by Paramount Pictures/Handout/Getty Images Both of these talented actresses had a lot of skill and would have done a great job, but ultimately it went to Grey. Another actress who auditioned was Sharon Stone. Can you guess who was set to play Baby? Casting MiraclesĬould you imagine Carrie Bradshaw playing Baby? Sarah Jessica Parker was one of the initial actresses that auditioned for the leading role of Dirty Dancing. However, it seems his dancing shoes were not the best fit, so producers switched to Swayze when they realized Zane didn’t have the right style for the movie’s goals. Initially, Patrick Swayze’s role of Johnny Castle was given to Billy Zane, a bad boy in Hollywood at the time. Well, as it turns out, neither Swayze nor Grey was the first choice for their roles! Photo by Robert Scott/Fotos International/Getty Images Maybe it is Jennifer Grey’s flawless execution in her role, or maybe it’s just that I cannot picture anyone else in this film because it has been imprinted in my mind for years and years. I could not picture anyone else playing Baby. Could you imagine this movie starring anyone other than Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze? Well, strap in… you’re in for a ride. And it comes with drama that you’d never expect from the harmony you see on screen. This film is filled with hidden secrets from their time on set. All we do know is that they starred in a film together that would inspire amazing dance moves for many years to come. Maybe it was their choreography maybe it was their chemistry on-screen-we may never know. ![]() Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey made up a power couple the entertainment world would never forget. Whether you’re into the drama, the dancing, or the love story at the center, this film is undoubtedly one of the greatest of all time. This film is at the center of our nostalgic daydreams! Something about two young lovers who found each other during a summer in the Catskills is romantic and makes me think of truly simpler times. I know I will never be able to associate this song with anything other than the legendary film, Dirty Dancing. ![]() If you had the time of your life, who would you owe it to? Everyone knows the iconic song, “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” and many associate it with something else that is truly iconic.
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