Step Up 2: The Streets is a 2008 dance film directed by Jon M. Chu and stars Briana Evigan as Andie West, an independent and rebellious street dancer who moves in with her new legal guardian after her mother dies. She struggles to fit in at the prestigious Maryland School of the Arts, where she is viewed as an outsider.
When Andie begins to develop feelings for Chase Collins (Robert Hoffman), the school's top dancer, she joins his crew and together they form a group of outcasts to compete in a underground dance battle known as The Streets. Along the way, Andie must confront her own insecurities and learn to trust in herself and her ability as a dancer.
The film features a diverse cast of talented dancers and includes a variety of dance styles, including hip-hop, breakdance, popping, and locking. It was praised for its high-energy dance sequences and dynamic soundtrack, which features artists such as Missy Elliott, Flo Rida, and T-Pain.
Step Up 2: The Streets was a commercial success, grossing over $150 million worldwide, and spawned a franchise of five sequels.