Plot Summary

Break the Beat is an immersive journey into the heart of breakdancing in Guayaquil, where passion, discipline, and resilience come to life in every movement. Through a vibrant tournament and the intimate stories of its protagonists, this documentary explores how breakdancing transcends art to become a refuge, an identity, and a means of social transformation in a city marked by adversity. With a dynamic visual narrative and an aesthetic inspired by the essence of hip-hop, Break the Beat captures the raw energy of the streets and transforms it into a statement of resistance and cultural expression.