Yes,I agree that the acting leaves something to be be desired but the direction, or rather the editing is good. It has pace. The plot, somewhat disjointed at times holds the interest except for the ending which is [bad]!!! ....The cameo with the struggling dancer/songwriter was underused, a good actor.The dance sequences are strong and I admit to being driven wild by Gershon ... Gershon CAN act.... I do not watch this as often as Casablanca but I enjoy it . It reminds me of mistakes and that life is a fight.