Look, we all know dancing is a means of expressing oneself, right? A lot can be said without a single word being uttered. Dancing can be fun, goofy, romantic, a narrative…but in this case, we’re talking about sex, pure and simple.
You don’t have to bump and grind to get the point across, and these three scenes are proof of that.
1. The ballroom dance in The Labyrinth (1986)
Come up with any detail in these four minutes that isn’t fraught with sexual tension. I’ll wait.
This scene is iconic. I guess you could argue that this is actually supposed to be about romance, but the moment she first spots him from across the room is just…electric. Plus, David Bowie is so swoon-worthy in this role.
2. At the club in Fright Night (1985)
Chris Sarandon is the sexiest, most deliciously evil vampire I’ve ever seen. I’d be drawn to him, too. It was a little strange for me to see Amanda Bearse getting mildly sensual, though, given that I was only familiar with her in “Married With Children” when I first watched this movie. Lol.
3. The wolf dance in Red Riding Hood (2011)
The music – Fever Ray’s “The Wolf” – is really what sells this one. When he looks up at her, knowing she’s jealous, and then the two of them glare daggers at each other throughout the whole dance, it builds a tension that is palpable.
(Feel free to comment with your own additions! These are just the ones that jump out at me, personally.)
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