One of the defining aspects of Alan Brown's new film is the sensitivity it shows when displaying contemporary dance, in all its grace, as a metaphor for the universe that surrounds the dancer; the beauty, subtlety, and intimacy of the choreography drive us towards the dilemma of the main character.

Five Dances, with choreography by Jonah Bokaer of Merce Cunningham's dance company, tells the harsh and highly emotional journey of Chip, an 18 year old dancer with an exceptional talent. Chip moves to New York in search of his big break and ultimately must choose between taking responsibility of his dysfunctional family back in Kansas or forging a brighter future for himself. Brown follows the success of his previous film, Private Romeo, with a courageous movie that shows the emotional universe of the contemporary dance world from a unique point of view.