Work It is a 2020 American dance comedy film directed by Laura Terruso and written by Alison Peck. The lead character of the film, Quinn Ackerman, is played by actress Sabrina Carpenter. Quinn is a high school senior who dreams of getting into her late father's alma mater, Duke University. However, when she attends her admissions interview, Quinn is told that her extracurricular activities do not stand out enough.
Determined to improve her application, Quinn sets her sights on winning a dance competition with a misfit squad of classmates. She convinces a former champion, Jake Taylor, played by Jordan Fisher, to teach them how to dance. The squad includes herself, Jake's little sister, Jasmine, and a group of other misfits, including a girl with asthma and a boy who is always nervous. Quinn and the squad train hard and come up with a routine filled with energetic dance moves and acrobatics.
As they continue their journey to the dance competition, Quinn faces several challenges, including a rivalry with a snooty dance team, a falling out with her best friend, and a romance that develops between her and Jake. Nevertheless, Quinn refuses to give up and works hard to overcome these obstacles.
The film's climax takes place in a final dance-off where Quinn's squad faces off against their rivals. The dance performance is a success, and Quinn and her squad ultimately win the competition. Afterward, Quinn's hard work pays off as she receives an acceptance letter to Duke University.
Overall, Work It is an entertaining movie that shows the power of perseverance, teamwork, and believing in oneself. It is a feel-good film with a great message and inspirational music and dance sequences.
