Haru and Luis love competing in Tokyo’s ballroom dance scene, but after tragedy strikes, Haru withdraws into isolation. When friends coax her back to the studio, she develops an infatuation with the new instructor. She must face what comes next as sparks fly.

“HA-CHAN, SHAKE YOUR BOOTY! offers an effervescent spirit so often missing in this milieu, with a lovely performance from Kikuchi at its center.” – Kate Erbland, IndieWire

“Shimmering hues, clever dance moves and assists on grieving from a giant black crow add to the sensation of being swept away by wonderful madness.” – Peter Howell, Toronto Star

“Is it possible to mambo your way through mourning? To groove while grieving? To salsa your way out of sadness? HA-CHAN, SHAKE YOUR BOOTY! explores those questions in a highly entertaining, endlessly stylish way.” – Taylor Gates, Collider