Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004) Movie Script
November 1958,
my senior year of high school.
While other girls
were dancing to Elvis...
and dreaming about prom dates...
I was reading Jane Austen
and dreaming about college.
And then my parents announced...
we were moving to Cuba--
in a week.
Slamming doors and
giving the silent treatment...
couldn't change that...
but it was easier than admitting
I was really scared.
At least everyone else
was happy.
Dad got his big promotion
from Ford.
Mom got to travel in style,
and Susie...
I swear that girl
could adjust in a hurricane.
Welcome to the Hotel Oceana.
Not too shabby, huh?
Here's what I know about Cuba--
my high-school French
wasn't going to help me.
I didn't know a single person...
and though no one
would talk about it...
Fidel Castro was leading
a people in a revolution...
against President Batista...
not that you would know it
from this place.
This is Cuba.
Nobody cares what you do here.
Susie, you want a smoke?
Watch out for this one.
She's a bad influence.
I'll take that as a compliment.
She'll have you
ditching classes in no time.
As I recall,
there's a certain someone...
that likes to ditch them
with me.
Don't forget to sign up
for mambo lessons.
Mambo classes
are held every day...
My God.
June Cleaver is in Havana.
Actually, that's my sister
Katey. She's a real brain.
Oh, really?
Yeah. She's probably going
to Radcliffe.
What, majoring in fashion?
Why don't you join us?
There's room here.
I'm James Phelps.
Hi. Katey Miller.
Pleasure to meet you.
- Are you the--
- Yeah.
- Your dad works for my dad.
- Yeah.
This is Sheila, Eve,
Polly, and Steph...
and I guess you know Susie,
right?
So, are you really going
to Radcliffe?
I won't know till spring.
Whoa. Watch out, girls.
I guess if your head's
in your books...
you really don't have time...
to think about
silly things like the weather.
Chilly?
Oh.
I'm so sorry. It's my fault.
No, just go get new drinks.
Stupid spic.
Excuse me.
- Excuse me. Seor?
- How may I help you, seorita?
I knocked into those drinks.
I'd like to pay for them.
That will not be necessary.
Accidents happen. Excuse me.
I speak English...
and I don't need your charity.
It's not.
Don't worry about it. It's OK.
I'm sorry
for what she called you.
- That was nothing.
- Not to me.
Then why are you apologizing?
You guys were so good.
Your mother was good. I was OK.
- Dad?
- Hmm.
I'm sorry I haven't been
excited about all of this.
Sweetheart, it's OK.
Senior year is a terrible time
to drag you out of school...
especially when
you're the star of the class.
- Dad.
- Come on. Don't deny it.
Be proud of it.
You'll do great here, too.
I can't stand on your feet
anymore.
- Hey, you remembered that.
- Yeah.
Very good.
Let's continue
where we left off.
Book 18, page 25.
Katey, just do your best
to follow, all right?
It's OK. I read it last year.
Knock it off.
Well, then perhaps you'd like
to begin reading at line 342.
"Now the suitors
turned to dance and song...
"to the lovely beaten sway...
"waiting for dusk
to come upon them there...
and the dark night came
upon them, lost in pleasure."
Can anyone tell us...
the significance
of this passage?
It's a bunch of drunk guys
doing it.
Athena wants the suitors to
keep invading Odysseus' house...
so that he'll get angry enough
to kill them.
And why does the goddess
want that?
She wants Odysseus
to find his strength...
and courage?
Very good.
Need a ride home?
No. I'm OK. I got
a lot of catching up to do.
You know, a lot of girls...
don't like to let on
when they're smart.
I know.
I shouldn't have said--
No. No, I like that.
I like that about you.
A bunch of us are going to our
country club on Saturday night.
There'll be a band.
The music's pretty cool.
Would you like to go with me?
I really do have
a lot of work to do.
On a Saturday night?
Wow.
Come on. I'm sure even Homer
took some time off...
between The Iliad
and The Odyssey.
Well, sure. OK.
OK.
We're all here now. You can go.
Bonita.
Eso.
You felt the sudden urge
for Cuban music?
The van left without me.
I've been walking
for an hour.
I can walk you back.
Oh, no. You don't
have to do that.
Oh, yeah, you're right.
You'll find your way
sooner or later.
Maybe in a week or a month.
Let me just say good-bye.
Abuelito!
Bueno.
What was it you called him?
Abuelito. It's my grandpa.
I'm Katey.
What's your name?
Javier.
So what, you know like
five words in Spanish?
Maybe ten.
And what are you
studying so hard to do?
I haven't figured it out yet.
Here. Let me take that.
I've never seen
dancing like that.
Like what?
I don't know.
I like it. It's very...
- Very Cuban?
- Yeah.
- We should get off the street.
- Why?
You don't understand
what they're singing.
No!
No!
That way!
So you've got--
OK. Here she comes.
Thank you so much.
Thank God.
Katey, where have you been?
I missed the bus.
I'm fine. I walked.
For heaven's sakes.
Katey, why didn't you call me?
For all I knew, you could have
been kidnapped by rebels.
It's not the rebels
you should be worried about.
What did you say?
You're right. I'm sorry.
I should have called.
Honey, where's your book bag?
I left it at school.
It was heavy.
Oh, God.
It was good I had all these
boring American books with me.
They realized I couldn't
be a revolutionary.
I don't understand.
They were just singing.
There is not such a thing
as "just singing" here anymore.
You know,
you're a pretty good dancer.
I was terrible.
Oh, yeah.
Yeah, you were terrible...
but for an American,
you move well.
Oh, thanks.
Why do you look
in the mirror?
I was trying to remember
the steps I saw.
But what does looking
have to do with it?
Just feel the music.
You should see for yourself.
The real dancers are at
La Rosa Negra on Saturday night.
I can't.
I got invited
to this country club thing.
- Hey, that was fast.
- Yeah.
Is that why you want
to learn Cuban dancing?
Just to impress your date?
No. I wanted to--
Don't worry. Don't worry.
They won't dance like that
at the club.
Just learn
the fox trot instead.
I already know the fox trot.
Do we need to go shopping?
I just thought you might
be going to the country club...
Saturday night.
Oh, you just thought?
Mrs. Phelps took me to lunch.
You two aren't planning
an arranged marriage, are you?
No. I should have
thought of that.
He's so cute.
- Yolanda?
- Yes?
Is this square?
Square?
Yeah, you know...
Iike a square?
Is a square good or bad?
It's bad.
S.
This is square.
Oh, God.
I don't know.
You're smaller than me.
Your dresses'll be...
Perfect.
You're joking.
Why? Is it square?
Definitely not.
It's not fair!
All of my friends are going...
so why would you go,
and I can't?
I am older than you.
Such a waste. You don't
even know how to have fun.
Sure you don't
want me to stay?
Dad, don't.
OK. Bye.
Be careful.
Polly. Polly.
God, what'd she do?
Paint it on?
Seorita.
Wow!
Oh, I don't know.
Oh, I do.
I would like
to invite you all...
to the Club Palace
on Christmas Eve--
You been to the Palace yet?
...the tenth annual
Latin ballroom...
amateur dance contest.
I'll have to take you.
Oh, yeah, yeah
Listen
Darling, you
Send me
Darling, you
Send me
You feel really good.
Am I making you nervous?
No.
Well, you make me
a little nervous...
but don't tell anyone.
It'll ruin my reputation.
I thought it was infatuation
Listen, we're going over
to Polly's...
- for a little mojito party.
- Oh, yeah?
And her parents
are out of town again.
What do you think?
Steph can make a wicked mojito.
Well--
Hey, I'm sure
we can get someone...
to rustle you up
a Shirley Temple.
Actually...
James and I are gonna
go to a Cuban club.
Where?
La Rosa Negra.
Yeah, we're going to the...
La Rosa Negra.
Jesus.
Look at the way
they feel the music.
They're feeling it,
all right.
I'll get us some drinks.
Hi.
- You look so Cuban.
- So do you.
Hi. I'm Javier.
Name's Phelps.
Yeah. I know you.
So, the country club
wasn't all you expected?
We thought we'd expand
our horizons a little bit.
Oh, you mean actually
experience La Havana?
Do you mind if I dance
with your date?
Well, you'll have to ask her.
OK.
Te quiero Havana,
the rhythm pumpin' in my heart
In la rosa
We dance to the tempo
of love
Shall we give
your boyfriend a show?
He's not my boyfriend.
Let your body talk
till the voice in you says
Baby
I'm the one you find
deep in the groove
That has your body
and your senses
I'm the heat inside
when rhythm and love collide
Cuba
Let me introduce myself
Represent, represent
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, me msica
Represent, represent
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, tu msica
Lose your date?
Must be that Yankee
dancing with my brother.
Good of you to bring
your girlfriend to Havana...
while you still
have the chance.
Why? Are you gonna
run us gringos out?
That's right, comebola,
so keep smiling.
Let me introduce myself
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, tu msica
Represent, represent
Cuba
Orishas underground
de Havana
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, tu msica
Raoul y Esmerelda...
king and queen
of La Rosa Negra.
When they dance,
the floor is theirs.
You're as good a dancer
as he is.
Katey, this is
my brother Carlos.
- Arturo and Miguel.
- Hola.
Hola.
We were just talking politics.
Really? Well,
my brother loves talking.
Javier doesn't like
to talk politics.
After all, the revolution...
would screw up his job
kissing your asses.
And where's
the revolution tonight?
On the dance floor?
While you boys kiss
and make up...
we're gonna get
some fresh air.
Let's go.
I was enjoying the dancing.
You were very hot.
It's not
the safest part of town.
No, don't.
Take me home, will you--
Stop it! Get off!
You didn't say no to him.
No!
Katey! Katey,
get back in the damn car!
I'll take you home.
Hey.
Hey.
- Where is he?
- He's gone. He's gone.
It's OK. It's OK. I'm fine.
My dad works for his dad.
I just want to forget about it.
Don't worry.
I'll take you home.
Come on.
I should have seen it coming.
I guess I'm not used to--
Bastards?
Guys.
What? You never had
a boyfriend in America?
No. I liked this one guy,
but it didn't work out.
Why not?
He didn't know I existed.
Oh, yeah.
That could be a problem.
This is as far as I go.
The staff is not supposed
to mix with guests.
It took me a long time
to find this job.
You'd be in trouble
for walking me up there?
Yeah.
That's ridiculous.
Adios.
Thanks for walking me home.
I'm sorry your evening
was so difficult.
Not all of it was.
My job is to make you
look beautiful.
Your job is to make
our bodies like one. Watch.
Thanks.
OK, that's it for today.
Who's gonna enter
the big dance contest?
Isn't it just for locals?
Actually, it's for anyone
who has the guts to try.
What about you?
Me?
No, I can't.
I'm not good enough.
Sure you are.
I've seen you practicing.
Easy.
Think about it.
Katey!
You left your sweater
in my car.
- Just bring it to school.
- Hey, wait a second.
Katey.
I'm really sorry.
I was drinking.
I would never hurt you.
He's not here.
They fired him.
What?
Lois and your sister,
they saw you.
I'm sorry.
I gotta go.
You know, you need to keep
your mouth shut.
The things you do
have consequences.
Lois is the one
who blabbed it.
Oh, right. And you had
nothing to do with it.
Well, what were you doing
with that guy, anyway?
It's embarrassing.
Is that you talking,
or is it those other girls?
He's not like us.
There is no "us," Susie.
- Hola.
- Hola.
S.
Yes?
I'm a friend of Javier's.
Cmo?
From the hotel.
I didn't know he had friends
in the hotel.
Is he here?
No. He's working there now.
You don't see him?
So, what do you want
with my brother?
I need to talk to him.
You got him fired.
Isn't that enough?
I know a way
he can make some money.
You Yankees,
you come here...
and you pour money
into the casinos...
into the pockets
of the gangsters...
who run this country...
the same gangsters
who murder innocent people...
Iike my father.
I didn't know.
That's right. You don't know.
Javi.
I feel terrible
about what happened.
I went to your house--
My house? You told
my mother I was fired?
- No, I didn't--
- Then what do you want?
I told her I wanted
to talk to you.
I'm sorry you got fired.
Don't worry. It's my fault.
I knew better.
Is this your new job?
That's right.
You make 'em. We steal 'em.
Isn't that right, Javi?
There's this dance contest...
at the Palace--
Christmas Eve.
I think you should go.
And see if they need
any busboys?
That's not what I mean.
You know what kind of people
goes to the Palace?
I could get you in.
You'd have to be my partner.
You mean, dance with you?
God, I'm not that bad.
You didn't seem
to mind it last night.
I wasn't trying
to win a contest.
Oh, weren't you?
I'm sorry, but I have
a lot of work to do.
The prize for
the semifinals is $300.
The grand prize is $5,000.
The winners
get to go to America.
I don't have time.
Hi.
This contest...
does it cost money?
No.
You know that
it's ballroom dancing.
It's not what I do.
It's Latin ballroom. If we mix
what you do with what I do...
I really think
we'd have something.
I still have
to teach you everything.
Not everything.
I'll have to teach you
a few things, too.
Can we do this?
- What?
- What are you doing?
Just dancing.
But this is a routine.
You can't just do
what you feel like...
when you feel like it.
When I dance,
I have no routine.
But this is a contest.
We need a structure.
Can I see that?
First, you learn to move,
and then we worry...
- about lists and words.
- OK. Fine.
How do you call this?
Your hips?
Move your hips.
And circle.
Come on.
Come on. And circle.
That's a box.
What, are you crazy?
Why should I cover for you?
You want me to tell them
what happened?
Well, hello there.
Mom!
We're just heading over
for some lemonade.
- Would you care to join us?
- No, no.
We'll take a rain check.
OK. You two have fun.
I'm gonna help Javier,
and you're gonna help me.
Your frame is really weak.
Better?
I could do without
the bruises, thanks.
I can fit another couple
between us.
It's not gonna be
a crowded club.
We've gotta sweep
across the dance floor.
OK. OK, I can sweep.
What are you doing?
Your steps are too big.
No, I'm sweeping.
How's it going with James?
I got homework to do.
You know what, sweetie?
I've been wanting to ask you
if you have any questions or...
concerns, you know,
about you and James.
It's like dancing
with my mother's ironing board.
Just close your eyes.
Why?
Just do it.
It's awkward
to talk about, but...
it's important that
you not let a boy pressure you.
And even if you have
certain feelings...
when you're with James...
feelings that you aren't
used to having...
Oh, God!
Do you have to be such a guy?
OK.
OK, I'll be the girl.
The decisions you make now,
the choices you make...
could affect your whole life.
Do you understand
what I'm saying?
You do?
I didn't want
to waste the music.
No, of course not.
What's the problem?
Why are you so afraid
to let me lead you?
I'm not.
You are. When you're ready
to say you're afraid...
Iet me know.
- Hey.
- Sorry.
No, no, no. Stay.
I'm almost done anyway.
So, what did you decide?
I entered the contest.
All right. Good for you.
So, how's it going?
Oh, great. It's going great.
Really?
No, it's not.
God, I must have been crazy
to think we could do this.
It's in two weeks...
and whenever he pushes,
I pull...
and I'm flowing,
and I'm being free...
and I'm making a circle...
and I'm not
an ironing board anymore...
and it's still not working.
And now he says,
"You're afraid."
Are you?
No.
That's too bad.
Come here un momento.
Stand right here.
Let me see your frame.
Good.
A little pressure.
So, where'd you learn this?
My parents. They were dancers.
Really?
Relax.
Yes.
Drop your arms.
Breathe.
Now just basic.
Good.
What did you mean when you said,
"That's too bad"?
If you can't move
through your fear...
and connect with yourself...
there's absolutely no way...
you're gonna connect
with your partner.
Listen to me.
I know that
it's scary as hell...
to let another person
touch that part of you.
But if you do, it's worth it.
Now forget everything
I just said and dance.
The floor is yours.
I'll see you.
OK, I am.
You're what?
Afraid.
So the movement has to be fluid
like the water.
Afro-Cuban dance,
it's the dance of slaves.
When they danced, it was
their only time to feel free.
So they could be a bird,
you know...
or do a flamenco step
and make fun of their owners.
Or just be in the sea...
instead of being stuck
on an island away from home.
It's a dance about being exactly
who you want to be...
in that moment.
It has to feel and look...
as natural as the waves.
Coming...
and going.
Coming...
We were having dinner, and
there was a knock on the door.
Suddenly two policemen
were taking my father away.
The traitor
could have been anyone.
Batista has
his spies everywhere.
That's the thing, you know?
My father never hurt anybody.
He was just a free thinker...
but someone
didn't like his thoughts.
We had a funeral,
but we never found his body.
Carlos disappeared for a while,
afraid he would be next...
and then this girl shows up
with a baby...
says it's his
and she cannot afford it...
and suddenly I'm in charge
of my whole family.
Maybe it's not
what you want for yourself...
but you are
making a difference.
There's a revolution out there,
and what am I doing?
Just painting stolen cars
and baby-sitting.
No, you're keeping
your family alive.
That's the most important
thing you could do.
If we could really
win this contest...
maybe I could bring my family
to America with us.
Your parents, they're perfect.
You see how much they want to be
in each other's arms?
For us to dance together,
I mean really dance...
that's how it has to be.
Oh, don't let us
interrupt you.
- No, we were just--
- Yeah, we saw.
Listen, we have more stuff
in the alley...
if you want to do
something useful, Javier.
I should get home.
Thanks for stopping by.
It's half an hour
before curfew.
What'd you do, join the circus?
You're gonna tell me
you were out with James?
That's what you told
your mother.
I never told her
what Susie said.
Susie was wrong.
OK.
Good night, Dad.
Hi.
How long you gonna be mad at me?
The girls here.
I told Lois that
I like "Jane Eyre"...
and she asked me
what movie she was in.
I'm really sorry
that I told on you.
And what I said about Javier,
I was wrong.
You gotta think
for yourself, Suze.
I know.
I miss you.
Well, I've been
dying to tell you.
Can you keep a secret
this time?
No.
S. Claro.
Susie, your mother and I have
some very disappointing news.
Now, I know how you love to
decorate the Christmas tree...
and sing carols
and watch home movies...
but I'm afraid tonight...
we're all gonna have
to go to the Palace.
- All of us?
- Yes, Susie, all of us.
I know it's your big night
with James...
but you think you could save
your old man one dance?
When did this happen?
Well, you know your father.
Blabs to everyone
we were dancers.
So the Phelpses invited us
to the Latin ballroom contest.
Where I hear the dancing
is supposed to be pretty good...
but your mother and I will be
looking out for mistakes.
I can't wait to see the looks
on your parents' faces.
Don't remind me.
I really should
be scolding you...
for keeping her out
till all hours.
Don't worry, ma'am. We've done
nothing you'd disapprove of.
I can promise you that.
Thank you.
Here.
You two make a very cute couple.
So many of the girls coming over
from the states these days...
get a little,
you know, wild.
You're lucky to have
such lovely daughters.
Ladies and gentlemen,
Merry Christmas!
In just a few moments...
we'll begin this evening's
special event.
So, when do we get to see
the championship dancers?
We're hardly champions.
You're just being modest.
Come on. I've never seen
you guys dance in public before.
Actually, I thought
if your husband didn't mind...
you and I might...
James...
Maybe Katey
would like to dance.
Would you like to dance?
I have to find
the ladies' room.
I'll escort you.
No, no, I'm fine.
- Where have you been?
- I'm sorry. I was--
This was a crazy idea.
No. We're gonna win.
This is the moment
you have all been waiting for...
the Latin ballroom competition!
Three talented couples
will be chosen...
to compete in the finals
on New Year's Eve.
- Que bonita.
- Gracias.
Seoritas and seores...
presenting the brightest star
of the Havana night...
Lola Martinez!
Where's Katey?
Just wait.
Oh, my God!
Funny thing is
when I look into your eyes
I sense something
so sincere in your disguise
You whisper secrets
I hear only in my dreams
Then I wake up
to your tele-smoke screen
I wait patiently
while you play your game
'Cause in the end
I'll be the winner
all the same
You'll see clearly
when the song comes to a stop
I'll be the one
blowing kisses from the top
So, baby, stop,
you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So, stop, baby,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So won't you give
our love a chance?
Or do you only wanna dance?
You put your lips
very closely to my face
And then you run away,
and so begins the chase
I'll be the hunter,
but, boy, you better pray
'Cause when I want ya,
I'll get you anyway
You know what I wanna do,
it ain't nothing new
I'm tired of dropping clues,
so when I step to you
Will you rise
to my occasion
Or will you make me
change your station?
Stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So, stop,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So won't you give
our love a chance?
If you take my hands
And follow my lead,
I'll make you dance
I can make you dance
But if you get my feet
and miss the beat
Then I can't take
that chance
I can't take that chance
If you take my hands
and follow my lead
I'll make you dance,
I can make you dance
But if you get my feet
and miss the beat
Then I can't take
that chance
I can't take it
So, stop,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
So, stop,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So won't you give
our love a chance?
Ladies and gentlemen...
the judges have chosen our three
finalist couples for next week.
And they are
couple number five...
Jose Velarde and Iris Mesa!
Couple number nine...
Tino and Lourdes Martel!
And...
couple number two...
Javier Suarez
and Katey Miller!
What could we have
possibly done...
to make you want
to hurt us so much?
You humiliate us
in front of everyone...
including your father's boss.
What, did you figure
that he'd lose his job...
- No one's losing their job.
- You going to lose your job?
No. Please, go to bed.
I didn't do anything.
- You lied to us.
- I know, and I'm sorry...
but I knew you wouldn't
let me try--
Kiss a Cuban pool boy
in front of everyone?
You're damn straight
we wouldn't.
And why in the world
would you want to hurt James?
I thought you liked him.
No, you liked him...
'cause he fits into
your perfect country club world.
There's nothing wrong
with that world.
No, but he couldn't
keep his hands off me.
What? What happened?
Nothing happened. I'm fine.
Why didn't you tell us?
Because I didn't want
to mess up your job!
Katey, how could you think...
that my job would be
more important than you?
I didn't want to hurt you.
I just wanted to help Javier,
which is his name, by the way.
Oh, God,
I love dancing with him.
Oh, Katey.
Did it ever occur to you that
that boy might be using you?
A nice American girl who can be
his ticket out of Havana?
That's not true.
You may love dancing
with that boy...
but there are more
important factors here...
Iike your family
and your future!
Why does it have
to be either- or?
Just because you gave up
your passion, why should I?
Katey.
Katey.
Katey, wait. Honey, wait!
I'm going to Javier's.
Your mother's just trying
to protect you.
I'm gonna be out there
on New Year's Eve...
no matter what
you and Mom think.
No more lies.
He's out celebrating...
so if you want
to wait for him...
That was Katey.
It's OK. She's with his mother.
Was I wrong?
No...
but neither was Katey.
Sometimes I wish we--
I just try to imagine
what it would be like...
if we hadn't had...
Does it make me a bad mother?
Of course not.
You were good.
It's OK to miss it.
They sure spiced up
our old routine, didn't they?
I'll say.
That wouldn't have gone over
too well at Roseland, would it?
No.
Bert, she's not
a little girl anymore.
What are you reading?
Jos Mart.
It was my father's.
We got rid of all his books
just to be safe, but...
I kept this one.
Hello.
- Javier?
- Yeah?
- If we don't win the finals--
- We will.
But if we don't...
I'm not gonna go to college
in six months.
You don't know how
you're gonna feel in six months.
Yes, I do.
No, you don't.
I don't want you
to give up your dreams for me.
But I have new dreams now.
Susie, why don't you and I go
raid that buffet by the pool?
Sure.
Tree looks nice.
Your father and I
discussed it...
and we think
that you should do...
a double turn at the finals.
You like the way I danced?
Katey...
if you're asking me to approve
of you and this boy, I can't.
But the dancing...
The dancing was incredible.
I think I should take
a little credit for that.
I think you should, too.
- Hi!
- Hi!
Javier, these are my parents.
Hi, Javier.
It's nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you, too.
It's an honor to meet
such wonderful dancers.
This is from my mother's garden.
Thank you.
That was sweet of you.
- This is for you.
- Thanks.
- Shall we?
- Yeah.
Tonight we bring you
the three winning couples...
from the Latin ballroom
competition.
Do you want to dance?
Don't you dare!
Feliz ao nuevo,
ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to our Latin ballroom
amateur dance contest final.
You will dance on the stage
one couple at a time.
Tonight's winning couple
will win $5,000.
You are up first.
Our first couple this evening
is Mr. Jose Velarde...
and Miss Iris Mesa!
Don't forget
to look at the judges.
Don't worry about the others.
Remember, you're the queen
of La Rosa Negra.
Our final contestants
this evening...
Miss Katey Miller
and Mr. Javier Suarez.
Sorry!
He's got a gun!
No!
Go! I'll find you!
No.
Oye.
Viva la revolucin!
Attention, all hotel guests.
President Batista
has fled the country.
There is no immediate danger.
Please contact the front desk...
I can't believe it's real.
Don't you wanna be
out there celebrating?
No. I wanna be
right here with you.
We didn't win the contest.
No.
But the consolation prize
was pretty good.
I'm so happy
I can see all this with you.
What?
Nothing.
Tell me.
Carlos...
he always said that
when the revolution came...
Castro will kick out
all the Yankee companies.
But you don't really know that.
No. I'm just saying that...
What, that I might
have to leave?
It could happen.
But they wouldn't do that...
not if the whole idea
is to give people their freedom.
Cuban people.
Well, then,
you'll come with us.
I'm sure my dad
can work it out.
And my family?
We'll send for them, just like
we were always gonna do.
Katey, I wanted to leave
because of Batista, but now--
But you don't know
what life will be like here.
I mean, what if
it doesn't get better?
My father died for this.
I have to believe it will.
I can make a difference here.
You showed me that.
This is my country.
It's my home.
Oh, thank God.
Katey, are you OK?
We're leaving.
Yeah. Your father's
making arrangements.
Give me that comb.
When you were little, you used
to hide under the bed...
when I'd try
to comb out these knots.
Katey, your father's been
the only man in my life...
so I don't know what it's like
to say good-bye to someone.
Saying good-bye to dancing,
the other love of my life...
it broke my heart.
Then you were born,
and then Susie...
and I loved you both
so much that I--
- You're saying I'll get over it.
- No, I'm not. No.
No. I'm saying
I know you're hurting.
Everything's such a mess.
You have a choice.
You can do nothing.
You can hide under the bed...
Or you can
work through the knots.
I'm gonna miss you.
I'm gonna miss you, too.
I am taking you with me.
I am keeping you here.
Javier once said
that dancing...
is about being exactly who
you wanna be in that moment.
Dancing with him,
I realized I was becoming...
exactly the woman
I wanted to be.
We didn't win the contest...
but we did win something
more important to us.
On my last night in Havana...
we were king and queen
of La Rosa Negra.
We didn't know when
we would see each other again...
but we knew that this
wasn't our last dance.
my senior year of high school.
While other girls
were dancing to Elvis...
and dreaming about prom dates...
I was reading Jane Austen
and dreaming about college.
And then my parents announced...
we were moving to Cuba--
in a week.
Slamming doors and
giving the silent treatment...
couldn't change that...
but it was easier than admitting
I was really scared.
At least everyone else
was happy.
Dad got his big promotion
from Ford.
Mom got to travel in style,
and Susie...
I swear that girl
could adjust in a hurricane.
Welcome to the Hotel Oceana.
Not too shabby, huh?
Here's what I know about Cuba--
my high-school French
wasn't going to help me.
I didn't know a single person...
and though no one
would talk about it...
Fidel Castro was leading
a people in a revolution...
against President Batista...
not that you would know it
from this place.
This is Cuba.
Nobody cares what you do here.
Susie, you want a smoke?
Watch out for this one.
She's a bad influence.
I'll take that as a compliment.
She'll have you
ditching classes in no time.
As I recall,
there's a certain someone...
that likes to ditch them
with me.
Don't forget to sign up
for mambo lessons.
Mambo classes
are held every day...
My God.
June Cleaver is in Havana.
Actually, that's my sister
Katey. She's a real brain.
Oh, really?
Yeah. She's probably going
to Radcliffe.
What, majoring in fashion?
Why don't you join us?
There's room here.
I'm James Phelps.
Hi. Katey Miller.
Pleasure to meet you.
- Are you the--
- Yeah.
- Your dad works for my dad.
- Yeah.
This is Sheila, Eve,
Polly, and Steph...
and I guess you know Susie,
right?
So, are you really going
to Radcliffe?
I won't know till spring.
Whoa. Watch out, girls.
I guess if your head's
in your books...
you really don't have time...
to think about
silly things like the weather.
Chilly?
Oh.
I'm so sorry. It's my fault.
No, just go get new drinks.
Stupid spic.
Excuse me.
- Excuse me. Seor?
- How may I help you, seorita?
I knocked into those drinks.
I'd like to pay for them.
That will not be necessary.
Accidents happen. Excuse me.
I speak English...
and I don't need your charity.
It's not.
Don't worry about it. It's OK.
I'm sorry
for what she called you.
- That was nothing.
- Not to me.
Then why are you apologizing?
You guys were so good.
Your mother was good. I was OK.
- Dad?
- Hmm.
I'm sorry I haven't been
excited about all of this.
Sweetheart, it's OK.
Senior year is a terrible time
to drag you out of school...
especially when
you're the star of the class.
- Dad.
- Come on. Don't deny it.
Be proud of it.
You'll do great here, too.
I can't stand on your feet
anymore.
- Hey, you remembered that.
- Yeah.
Very good.
Let's continue
where we left off.
Book 18, page 25.
Katey, just do your best
to follow, all right?
It's OK. I read it last year.
Knock it off.
Well, then perhaps you'd like
to begin reading at line 342.
"Now the suitors
turned to dance and song...
"to the lovely beaten sway...
"waiting for dusk
to come upon them there...
and the dark night came
upon them, lost in pleasure."
Can anyone tell us...
the significance
of this passage?
It's a bunch of drunk guys
doing it.
Athena wants the suitors to
keep invading Odysseus' house...
so that he'll get angry enough
to kill them.
And why does the goddess
want that?
She wants Odysseus
to find his strength...
and courage?
Very good.
Need a ride home?
No. I'm OK. I got
a lot of catching up to do.
You know, a lot of girls...
don't like to let on
when they're smart.
I know.
I shouldn't have said--
No. No, I like that.
I like that about you.
A bunch of us are going to our
country club on Saturday night.
There'll be a band.
The music's pretty cool.
Would you like to go with me?
I really do have
a lot of work to do.
On a Saturday night?
Wow.
Come on. I'm sure even Homer
took some time off...
between The Iliad
and The Odyssey.
Well, sure. OK.
OK.
We're all here now. You can go.
Bonita.
Eso.
You felt the sudden urge
for Cuban music?
The van left without me.
I've been walking
for an hour.
I can walk you back.
Oh, no. You don't
have to do that.
Oh, yeah, you're right.
You'll find your way
sooner or later.
Maybe in a week or a month.
Let me just say good-bye.
Abuelito!
Bueno.
What was it you called him?
Abuelito. It's my grandpa.
I'm Katey.
What's your name?
Javier.
So what, you know like
five words in Spanish?
Maybe ten.
And what are you
studying so hard to do?
I haven't figured it out yet.
Here. Let me take that.
I've never seen
dancing like that.
Like what?
I don't know.
I like it. It's very...
- Very Cuban?
- Yeah.
- We should get off the street.
- Why?
You don't understand
what they're singing.
No!
No!
That way!
So you've got--
OK. Here she comes.
Thank you so much.
Thank God.
Katey, where have you been?
I missed the bus.
I'm fine. I walked.
For heaven's sakes.
Katey, why didn't you call me?
For all I knew, you could have
been kidnapped by rebels.
It's not the rebels
you should be worried about.
What did you say?
You're right. I'm sorry.
I should have called.
Honey, where's your book bag?
I left it at school.
It was heavy.
Oh, God.
It was good I had all these
boring American books with me.
They realized I couldn't
be a revolutionary.
I don't understand.
They were just singing.
There is not such a thing
as "just singing" here anymore.
You know,
you're a pretty good dancer.
I was terrible.
Oh, yeah.
Yeah, you were terrible...
but for an American,
you move well.
Oh, thanks.
Why do you look
in the mirror?
I was trying to remember
the steps I saw.
But what does looking
have to do with it?
Just feel the music.
You should see for yourself.
The real dancers are at
La Rosa Negra on Saturday night.
I can't.
I got invited
to this country club thing.
- Hey, that was fast.
- Yeah.
Is that why you want
to learn Cuban dancing?
Just to impress your date?
No. I wanted to--
Don't worry. Don't worry.
They won't dance like that
at the club.
Just learn
the fox trot instead.
I already know the fox trot.
Do we need to go shopping?
I just thought you might
be going to the country club...
Saturday night.
Oh, you just thought?
Mrs. Phelps took me to lunch.
You two aren't planning
an arranged marriage, are you?
No. I should have
thought of that.
He's so cute.
- Yolanda?
- Yes?
Is this square?
Square?
Yeah, you know...
Iike a square?
Is a square good or bad?
It's bad.
S.
This is square.
Oh, God.
I don't know.
You're smaller than me.
Your dresses'll be...
Perfect.
You're joking.
Why? Is it square?
Definitely not.
It's not fair!
All of my friends are going...
so why would you go,
and I can't?
I am older than you.
Such a waste. You don't
even know how to have fun.
Sure you don't
want me to stay?
Dad, don't.
OK. Bye.
Be careful.
Polly. Polly.
God, what'd she do?
Paint it on?
Seorita.
Wow!
Oh, I don't know.
Oh, I do.
I would like
to invite you all...
to the Club Palace
on Christmas Eve--
You been to the Palace yet?
...the tenth annual
Latin ballroom...
amateur dance contest.
I'll have to take you.
Oh, yeah, yeah
Listen
Darling, you
Send me
Darling, you
Send me
You feel really good.
Am I making you nervous?
No.
Well, you make me
a little nervous...
but don't tell anyone.
It'll ruin my reputation.
I thought it was infatuation
Listen, we're going over
to Polly's...
- for a little mojito party.
- Oh, yeah?
And her parents
are out of town again.
What do you think?
Steph can make a wicked mojito.
Well--
Hey, I'm sure
we can get someone...
to rustle you up
a Shirley Temple.
Actually...
James and I are gonna
go to a Cuban club.
Where?
La Rosa Negra.
Yeah, we're going to the...
La Rosa Negra.
Jesus.
Look at the way
they feel the music.
They're feeling it,
all right.
I'll get us some drinks.
Hi.
- You look so Cuban.
- So do you.
Hi. I'm Javier.
Name's Phelps.
Yeah. I know you.
So, the country club
wasn't all you expected?
We thought we'd expand
our horizons a little bit.
Oh, you mean actually
experience La Havana?
Do you mind if I dance
with your date?
Well, you'll have to ask her.
OK.
Te quiero Havana,
the rhythm pumpin' in my heart
In la rosa
We dance to the tempo
of love
Shall we give
your boyfriend a show?
He's not my boyfriend.
Let your body talk
till the voice in you says
Baby
I'm the one you find
deep in the groove
That has your body
and your senses
I'm the heat inside
when rhythm and love collide
Cuba
Let me introduce myself
Represent, represent
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, me msica
Represent, represent
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, tu msica
Lose your date?
Must be that Yankee
dancing with my brother.
Good of you to bring
your girlfriend to Havana...
while you still
have the chance.
Why? Are you gonna
run us gringos out?
That's right, comebola,
so keep smiling.
Let me introduce myself
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Cuba
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, tu msica
Represent, represent
Cuba
Orishas underground
de Havana
Represent, represent
Cuba
Hey, tu msica
Raoul y Esmerelda...
king and queen
of La Rosa Negra.
When they dance,
the floor is theirs.
You're as good a dancer
as he is.
Katey, this is
my brother Carlos.
- Arturo and Miguel.
- Hola.
Hola.
We were just talking politics.
Really? Well,
my brother loves talking.
Javier doesn't like
to talk politics.
After all, the revolution...
would screw up his job
kissing your asses.
And where's
the revolution tonight?
On the dance floor?
While you boys kiss
and make up...
we're gonna get
some fresh air.
Let's go.
I was enjoying the dancing.
You were very hot.
It's not
the safest part of town.
No, don't.
Take me home, will you--
Stop it! Get off!
You didn't say no to him.
No!
Katey! Katey,
get back in the damn car!
I'll take you home.
Hey.
Hey.
- Where is he?
- He's gone. He's gone.
It's OK. It's OK. I'm fine.
My dad works for his dad.
I just want to forget about it.
Don't worry.
I'll take you home.
Come on.
I should have seen it coming.
I guess I'm not used to--
Bastards?
Guys.
What? You never had
a boyfriend in America?
No. I liked this one guy,
but it didn't work out.
Why not?
He didn't know I existed.
Oh, yeah.
That could be a problem.
This is as far as I go.
The staff is not supposed
to mix with guests.
It took me a long time
to find this job.
You'd be in trouble
for walking me up there?
Yeah.
That's ridiculous.
Adios.
Thanks for walking me home.
I'm sorry your evening
was so difficult.
Not all of it was.
My job is to make you
look beautiful.
Your job is to make
our bodies like one. Watch.
Thanks.
OK, that's it for today.
Who's gonna enter
the big dance contest?
Isn't it just for locals?
Actually, it's for anyone
who has the guts to try.
What about you?
Me?
No, I can't.
I'm not good enough.
Sure you are.
I've seen you practicing.
Easy.
Think about it.
Katey!
You left your sweater
in my car.
- Just bring it to school.
- Hey, wait a second.
Katey.
I'm really sorry.
I was drinking.
I would never hurt you.
He's not here.
They fired him.
What?
Lois and your sister,
they saw you.
I'm sorry.
I gotta go.
You know, you need to keep
your mouth shut.
The things you do
have consequences.
Lois is the one
who blabbed it.
Oh, right. And you had
nothing to do with it.
Well, what were you doing
with that guy, anyway?
It's embarrassing.
Is that you talking,
or is it those other girls?
He's not like us.
There is no "us," Susie.
- Hola.
- Hola.
S.
Yes?
I'm a friend of Javier's.
Cmo?
From the hotel.
I didn't know he had friends
in the hotel.
Is he here?
No. He's working there now.
You don't see him?
So, what do you want
with my brother?
I need to talk to him.
You got him fired.
Isn't that enough?
I know a way
he can make some money.
You Yankees,
you come here...
and you pour money
into the casinos...
into the pockets
of the gangsters...
who run this country...
the same gangsters
who murder innocent people...
Iike my father.
I didn't know.
That's right. You don't know.
Javi.
I feel terrible
about what happened.
I went to your house--
My house? You told
my mother I was fired?
- No, I didn't--
- Then what do you want?
I told her I wanted
to talk to you.
I'm sorry you got fired.
Don't worry. It's my fault.
I knew better.
Is this your new job?
That's right.
You make 'em. We steal 'em.
Isn't that right, Javi?
There's this dance contest...
at the Palace--
Christmas Eve.
I think you should go.
And see if they need
any busboys?
That's not what I mean.
You know what kind of people
goes to the Palace?
I could get you in.
You'd have to be my partner.
You mean, dance with you?
God, I'm not that bad.
You didn't seem
to mind it last night.
I wasn't trying
to win a contest.
Oh, weren't you?
I'm sorry, but I have
a lot of work to do.
The prize for
the semifinals is $300.
The grand prize is $5,000.
The winners
get to go to America.
I don't have time.
Hi.
This contest...
does it cost money?
No.
You know that
it's ballroom dancing.
It's not what I do.
It's Latin ballroom. If we mix
what you do with what I do...
I really think
we'd have something.
I still have
to teach you everything.
Not everything.
I'll have to teach you
a few things, too.
Can we do this?
- What?
- What are you doing?
Just dancing.
But this is a routine.
You can't just do
what you feel like...
when you feel like it.
When I dance,
I have no routine.
But this is a contest.
We need a structure.
Can I see that?
First, you learn to move,
and then we worry...
- about lists and words.
- OK. Fine.
How do you call this?
Your hips?
Move your hips.
And circle.
Come on.
Come on. And circle.
That's a box.
What, are you crazy?
Why should I cover for you?
You want me to tell them
what happened?
Well, hello there.
Mom!
We're just heading over
for some lemonade.
- Would you care to join us?
- No, no.
We'll take a rain check.
OK. You two have fun.
I'm gonna help Javier,
and you're gonna help me.
Your frame is really weak.
Better?
I could do without
the bruises, thanks.
I can fit another couple
between us.
It's not gonna be
a crowded club.
We've gotta sweep
across the dance floor.
OK. OK, I can sweep.
What are you doing?
Your steps are too big.
No, I'm sweeping.
How's it going with James?
I got homework to do.
You know what, sweetie?
I've been wanting to ask you
if you have any questions or...
concerns, you know,
about you and James.
It's like dancing
with my mother's ironing board.
Just close your eyes.
Why?
Just do it.
It's awkward
to talk about, but...
it's important that
you not let a boy pressure you.
And even if you have
certain feelings...
when you're with James...
feelings that you aren't
used to having...
Oh, God!
Do you have to be such a guy?
OK.
OK, I'll be the girl.
The decisions you make now,
the choices you make...
could affect your whole life.
Do you understand
what I'm saying?
You do?
I didn't want
to waste the music.
No, of course not.
What's the problem?
Why are you so afraid
to let me lead you?
I'm not.
You are. When you're ready
to say you're afraid...
Iet me know.
- Hey.
- Sorry.
No, no, no. Stay.
I'm almost done anyway.
So, what did you decide?
I entered the contest.
All right. Good for you.
So, how's it going?
Oh, great. It's going great.
Really?
No, it's not.
God, I must have been crazy
to think we could do this.
It's in two weeks...
and whenever he pushes,
I pull...
and I'm flowing,
and I'm being free...
and I'm making a circle...
and I'm not
an ironing board anymore...
and it's still not working.
And now he says,
"You're afraid."
Are you?
No.
That's too bad.
Come here un momento.
Stand right here.
Let me see your frame.
Good.
A little pressure.
So, where'd you learn this?
My parents. They were dancers.
Really?
Relax.
Yes.
Drop your arms.
Breathe.
Now just basic.
Good.
What did you mean when you said,
"That's too bad"?
If you can't move
through your fear...
and connect with yourself...
there's absolutely no way...
you're gonna connect
with your partner.
Listen to me.
I know that
it's scary as hell...
to let another person
touch that part of you.
But if you do, it's worth it.
Now forget everything
I just said and dance.
The floor is yours.
I'll see you.
OK, I am.
You're what?
Afraid.
So the movement has to be fluid
like the water.
Afro-Cuban dance,
it's the dance of slaves.
When they danced, it was
their only time to feel free.
So they could be a bird,
you know...
or do a flamenco step
and make fun of their owners.
Or just be in the sea...
instead of being stuck
on an island away from home.
It's a dance about being exactly
who you want to be...
in that moment.
It has to feel and look...
as natural as the waves.
Coming...
and going.
Coming...
We were having dinner, and
there was a knock on the door.
Suddenly two policemen
were taking my father away.
The traitor
could have been anyone.
Batista has
his spies everywhere.
That's the thing, you know?
My father never hurt anybody.
He was just a free thinker...
but someone
didn't like his thoughts.
We had a funeral,
but we never found his body.
Carlos disappeared for a while,
afraid he would be next...
and then this girl shows up
with a baby...
says it's his
and she cannot afford it...
and suddenly I'm in charge
of my whole family.
Maybe it's not
what you want for yourself...
but you are
making a difference.
There's a revolution out there,
and what am I doing?
Just painting stolen cars
and baby-sitting.
No, you're keeping
your family alive.
That's the most important
thing you could do.
If we could really
win this contest...
maybe I could bring my family
to America with us.
Your parents, they're perfect.
You see how much they want to be
in each other's arms?
For us to dance together,
I mean really dance...
that's how it has to be.
Oh, don't let us
interrupt you.
- No, we were just--
- Yeah, we saw.
Listen, we have more stuff
in the alley...
if you want to do
something useful, Javier.
I should get home.
Thanks for stopping by.
It's half an hour
before curfew.
What'd you do, join the circus?
You're gonna tell me
you were out with James?
That's what you told
your mother.
I never told her
what Susie said.
Susie was wrong.
OK.
Good night, Dad.
Hi.
How long you gonna be mad at me?
The girls here.
I told Lois that
I like "Jane Eyre"...
and she asked me
what movie she was in.
I'm really sorry
that I told on you.
And what I said about Javier,
I was wrong.
You gotta think
for yourself, Suze.
I know.
I miss you.
Well, I've been
dying to tell you.
Can you keep a secret
this time?
No.
S. Claro.
Susie, your mother and I have
some very disappointing news.
Now, I know how you love to
decorate the Christmas tree...
and sing carols
and watch home movies...
but I'm afraid tonight...
we're all gonna have
to go to the Palace.
- All of us?
- Yes, Susie, all of us.
I know it's your big night
with James...
but you think you could save
your old man one dance?
When did this happen?
Well, you know your father.
Blabs to everyone
we were dancers.
So the Phelpses invited us
to the Latin ballroom contest.
Where I hear the dancing
is supposed to be pretty good...
but your mother and I will be
looking out for mistakes.
I can't wait to see the looks
on your parents' faces.
Don't remind me.
I really should
be scolding you...
for keeping her out
till all hours.
Don't worry, ma'am. We've done
nothing you'd disapprove of.
I can promise you that.
Thank you.
Here.
You two make a very cute couple.
So many of the girls coming over
from the states these days...
get a little,
you know, wild.
You're lucky to have
such lovely daughters.
Ladies and gentlemen,
Merry Christmas!
In just a few moments...
we'll begin this evening's
special event.
So, when do we get to see
the championship dancers?
We're hardly champions.
You're just being modest.
Come on. I've never seen
you guys dance in public before.
Actually, I thought
if your husband didn't mind...
you and I might...
James...
Maybe Katey
would like to dance.
Would you like to dance?
I have to find
the ladies' room.
I'll escort you.
No, no, I'm fine.
- Where have you been?
- I'm sorry. I was--
This was a crazy idea.
No. We're gonna win.
This is the moment
you have all been waiting for...
the Latin ballroom competition!
Three talented couples
will be chosen...
to compete in the finals
on New Year's Eve.
- Que bonita.
- Gracias.
Seoritas and seores...
presenting the brightest star
of the Havana night...
Lola Martinez!
Where's Katey?
Just wait.
Oh, my God!
Funny thing is
when I look into your eyes
I sense something
so sincere in your disguise
You whisper secrets
I hear only in my dreams
Then I wake up
to your tele-smoke screen
I wait patiently
while you play your game
'Cause in the end
I'll be the winner
all the same
You'll see clearly
when the song comes to a stop
I'll be the one
blowing kisses from the top
So, baby, stop,
you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So, stop, baby,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So won't you give
our love a chance?
Or do you only wanna dance?
You put your lips
very closely to my face
And then you run away,
and so begins the chase
I'll be the hunter,
but, boy, you better pray
'Cause when I want ya,
I'll get you anyway
You know what I wanna do,
it ain't nothing new
I'm tired of dropping clues,
so when I step to you
Will you rise
to my occasion
Or will you make me
change your station?
Stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So, stop,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So won't you give
our love a chance?
If you take my hands
And follow my lead,
I'll make you dance
I can make you dance
But if you get my feet
and miss the beat
Then I can't take
that chance
I can't take that chance
If you take my hands
and follow my lead
I'll make you dance,
I can make you dance
But if you get my feet
and miss the beat
Then I can't take
that chance
I can't take it
So, stop,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
So, stop,
stop, you're surrounded
I got my love,
love all around ya
One wrong move,
and I'll drown ya
And that'll end ya,
you should surrender
You'll never win
unless you give in
So won't you give
our love a chance?
Ladies and gentlemen...
the judges have chosen our three
finalist couples for next week.
And they are
couple number five...
Jose Velarde and Iris Mesa!
Couple number nine...
Tino and Lourdes Martel!
And...
couple number two...
Javier Suarez
and Katey Miller!
What could we have
possibly done...
to make you want
to hurt us so much?
You humiliate us
in front of everyone...
including your father's boss.
What, did you figure
that he'd lose his job...
- No one's losing their job.
- You going to lose your job?
No. Please, go to bed.
I didn't do anything.
- You lied to us.
- I know, and I'm sorry...
but I knew you wouldn't
let me try--
Kiss a Cuban pool boy
in front of everyone?
You're damn straight
we wouldn't.
And why in the world
would you want to hurt James?
I thought you liked him.
No, you liked him...
'cause he fits into
your perfect country club world.
There's nothing wrong
with that world.
No, but he couldn't
keep his hands off me.
What? What happened?
Nothing happened. I'm fine.
Why didn't you tell us?
Because I didn't want
to mess up your job!
Katey, how could you think...
that my job would be
more important than you?
I didn't want to hurt you.
I just wanted to help Javier,
which is his name, by the way.
Oh, God,
I love dancing with him.
Oh, Katey.
Did it ever occur to you that
that boy might be using you?
A nice American girl who can be
his ticket out of Havana?
That's not true.
You may love dancing
with that boy...
but there are more
important factors here...
Iike your family
and your future!
Why does it have
to be either- or?
Just because you gave up
your passion, why should I?
Katey.
Katey.
Katey, wait. Honey, wait!
I'm going to Javier's.
Your mother's just trying
to protect you.
I'm gonna be out there
on New Year's Eve...
no matter what
you and Mom think.
No more lies.
He's out celebrating...
so if you want
to wait for him...
That was Katey.
It's OK. She's with his mother.
Was I wrong?
No...
but neither was Katey.
Sometimes I wish we--
I just try to imagine
what it would be like...
if we hadn't had...
Does it make me a bad mother?
Of course not.
You were good.
It's OK to miss it.
They sure spiced up
our old routine, didn't they?
I'll say.
That wouldn't have gone over
too well at Roseland, would it?
No.
Bert, she's not
a little girl anymore.
What are you reading?
Jos Mart.
It was my father's.
We got rid of all his books
just to be safe, but...
I kept this one.
Hello.
- Javier?
- Yeah?
- If we don't win the finals--
- We will.
But if we don't...
I'm not gonna go to college
in six months.
You don't know how
you're gonna feel in six months.
Yes, I do.
No, you don't.
I don't want you
to give up your dreams for me.
But I have new dreams now.
Susie, why don't you and I go
raid that buffet by the pool?
Sure.
Tree looks nice.
Your father and I
discussed it...
and we think
that you should do...
a double turn at the finals.
You like the way I danced?
Katey...
if you're asking me to approve
of you and this boy, I can't.
But the dancing...
The dancing was incredible.
I think I should take
a little credit for that.
I think you should, too.
- Hi!
- Hi!
Javier, these are my parents.
Hi, Javier.
It's nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you, too.
It's an honor to meet
such wonderful dancers.
This is from my mother's garden.
Thank you.
That was sweet of you.
- This is for you.
- Thanks.
- Shall we?
- Yeah.
Tonight we bring you
the three winning couples...
from the Latin ballroom
competition.
Do you want to dance?
Don't you dare!
Feliz ao nuevo,
ladies and gentlemen.
Welcome to our Latin ballroom
amateur dance contest final.
You will dance on the stage
one couple at a time.
Tonight's winning couple
will win $5,000.
You are up first.
Our first couple this evening
is Mr. Jose Velarde...
and Miss Iris Mesa!
Don't forget
to look at the judges.
Don't worry about the others.
Remember, you're the queen
of La Rosa Negra.
Our final contestants
this evening...
Miss Katey Miller
and Mr. Javier Suarez.
Sorry!
He's got a gun!
No!
Go! I'll find you!
No.
Oye.
Viva la revolucin!
Attention, all hotel guests.
President Batista
has fled the country.
There is no immediate danger.
Please contact the front desk...
I can't believe it's real.
Don't you wanna be
out there celebrating?
No. I wanna be
right here with you.
We didn't win the contest.
No.
But the consolation prize
was pretty good.
I'm so happy
I can see all this with you.
What?
Nothing.
Tell me.
Carlos...
he always said that
when the revolution came...
Castro will kick out
all the Yankee companies.
But you don't really know that.
No. I'm just saying that...
What, that I might
have to leave?
It could happen.
But they wouldn't do that...
not if the whole idea
is to give people their freedom.
Cuban people.
Well, then,
you'll come with us.
I'm sure my dad
can work it out.
And my family?
We'll send for them, just like
we were always gonna do.
Katey, I wanted to leave
because of Batista, but now--
But you don't know
what life will be like here.
I mean, what if
it doesn't get better?
My father died for this.
I have to believe it will.
I can make a difference here.
You showed me that.
This is my country.
It's my home.
Oh, thank God.
Katey, are you OK?
We're leaving.
Yeah. Your father's
making arrangements.
Give me that comb.
When you were little, you used
to hide under the bed...
when I'd try
to comb out these knots.
Katey, your father's been
the only man in my life...
so I don't know what it's like
to say good-bye to someone.
Saying good-bye to dancing,
the other love of my life...
it broke my heart.
Then you were born,
and then Susie...
and I loved you both
so much that I--
- You're saying I'll get over it.
- No, I'm not. No.
No. I'm saying
I know you're hurting.
Everything's such a mess.
You have a choice.
You can do nothing.
You can hide under the bed...
Or you can
work through the knots.
I'm gonna miss you.
I'm gonna miss you, too.
I am taking you with me.
I am keeping you here.
Javier once said
that dancing...
is about being exactly who
you wanna be in that moment.
Dancing with him,
I realized I was becoming...
exactly the woman
I wanted to be.
We didn't win the contest...
but we did win something
more important to us.
On my last night in Havana...
we were king and queen
of La Rosa Negra.
We didn't know when
we would see each other again...
but we knew that this
wasn't our last dance.