Shall We Dance Timeline ( Real )

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December 23, 1996

Release of Japanese Original 'Shall We Dance?'

The original Japanese film 'Shall We Dance?' directed by Masayuki Suo was released, which inspired the American remake.

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1999

Announcement of American Remake

Announcement made about the American remake of the Japanese film 'Shall We Dance?', setting the stage for the production featuring Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez.

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2003

Filming of 'Shall We Dance' (2004)

Principal photography for the American remake of 'Shall We Dance' took place, featuring stars Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez.

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October 15, 2004

Release of American Remake 'Shall We Dance'

The American remake of 'Shall We Dance' was released, starring Richard Gere, Jennifer Lopez, and Susan Sarandon, bringing the story to a wider international audience.

Shall We Dance Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early 2000s, Spring

John Enrolls in Dance Class

John Clark decides to secretly enroll in ballroom dance lessons to add excitement to his life.

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Early 2000s, Spring

John Meets Paulina

John meets his dance instructor Paulina at the dance studio, beginning their professional relationship.

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Early 2000s, Spring

John Attends His First Dance Class

John attends his first ballroom dance lesson and begins to develop his dancing skills.

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Early 2000s, Late Spring

John Starts Practicing Regularly

John begins practicing dance regularly, rekindling his passion for life.

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Early 2000s, Summer

John's Wife Suspects His New Hobby

John's wife becomes suspicious of his secret dance lessons and questions him about his absences.

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Early 2000s, Late Summer

John Enters the Dance Competition

John decides to enter a ballroom dance competition to prove his skills and regain confidence.

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Early 2000s, Late Summer

John and Paulina Perform at the Competition

John and Paulina perform a dazzling dance routine at the competition, impressing judges and audience.

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Early 2000s, Autumn

John Reveals His Hobby to His Wife

John admits his dance lessons to his wife, which helps improve their relationship through honesty.

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Early 2000s, Autumn

John and His Wife Dance Together

John and his wife begin dancing together, rekindling their relationship and happiness.