The Forbidden Dance

In this 1990 film directed by Greydon Clark, a young Amazonian princess named Nisa travels to Los Angeles to save her rainforest home from destruction. She discovers the power of dance as a means to raise awareness and funds for her cause, leading to a cultural clash and romance. The film stars Laura Harring and Jeff James, and it features vibrant dance sequences that highlight the Lambada, a dance style that was popular at the time. While it didn’t receive any major awards, the movie is notable for its unique blend of environmental activism and dance. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.