Dirty Dancing -

: Choreographer Kenny Ortega blended ballroom and street dance to create a style that was provocative yet emotionally authentic. Iconic Characters and Legacy

While often simplified to a story about a girl meeting a boy at a summer resort, the film tackles complex social issues: Dirty Dancing

: Portrayed by Jennifer Grey , Baby is an idealistic teen planning to join the Peace Corps who learns to "hold the frame" and stand up for her beliefs. : Choreographer Kenny Ortega blended ballroom and street

: Patrick Swayze brought depth to Johnny, an artist fighting for his place in a world that sees him only as a service provider. : The divide between the wealthy guests at

: The divide between the wealthy guests at Kellerman’s and the working-class staff who service them is central to the tension.

: The plot pivots on a subplot involving illegal abortion , grounding the romance in the high-stakes reality of women's lives in 1963.