4.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Twinkle Toes Lights Up New York (2016)
Twinkle Toes Lights Up New York (2016)
Overview
It's the last day of school and 14 year-old Grace (aka "Twinkle Toes") has been dreaming of the ultimate summer vacation with her best friends, Sporty Shorty and Jordan. But when Twinkle Toes' Dad gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to direct a Broadway musical, Twinkle Toes is swept from her small-pond suburban life and thrown in the hustle and bustle of New York City for the summer. As Twinkle Toes learns the ins-and-outs of the Big Apple and Broadway, she impresses the show's choreographer and is invited to be a part of the show's cast alongside the teenage starlet, Olivia Conners. But when Twinkle Toes gets a taste of the Broadway limelight, the chance for stardom overwhelms Twinkle Toes and the show is ruined! To make things right, Twinkle Toes must use all her creativity, smarts, and dancing skills to help her new friends and save the show!
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
4.2
Overview
It's the last day of school and 14 year-old Grace (aka "Twinkle Toes") has been dreaming of the ultimate summer vacation with her best friends, Sporty Shorty and Jordan. But when Twinkle Toes' Dad gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to direct a Broadway musical, Twinkle Toes is swept from her small-pond suburban life and thrown in the hustle and bustle of New York City for the summer. As Twinkle Toes learns the ins-and-outs of the Big Apple and Broadway, she impresses the show's choreographer and is invited to be a part of the show's cast alongside the teenage starlet, Olivia Conners. But when Twinkle Toes gets a taste of the Broadway limelight, the chance for stardom overwhelms Twinkle Toes and the show is ruined! To make things right, Twinkle Toes must use all her creativity, smarts, and dancing skills to help her new friends and save the show!
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's core subject matter, focusing on a child's journey of self-expression, friendship, and personal growth, is inherently apolitical and does not engage with specific ideological viewpoints.
This animated film maintains traditional character representations, with the protagonist aligning with her established depiction. The narrative focuses on common children's movie themes without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The animated film 'Twinkle Toes Lights Up New York' focuses on a young girl's ambition to become a pop star. The story does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in a net impact of N/A for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The animated film 'Twinkle Toes Lights Up New York' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or explore related themes. Its narrative focuses on a young dancer's journey in a dance competition, without incorporating any elements pertaining to transgender identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This animated film is a direct-to-video sequel within an existing franchise. There are no known instances of established characters from prior installments or source material having their canonical gender altered in this film.
This animated film features original characters created for the Twinkle Toes franchise. There is no prior source material (like novels, comics, or historical records) where these characters were established as a different race before their portrayal in this movie. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.4
2.0
Critic Ratings
N/A
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