I understood that Capoeria
was developed
- totally on the QT -
by slaves whos' feet were chained together -
right to left foot.

They had to drop to their hands and lift both feet in the air.

They, as many did, hid the moves in dance, yes?

oh yeah I'm a 20th degree black belt in that.

not really but it does look pretty cool, flashy, but still effective.

I hate that scene from that movie. No good capoeirista would do that. I've practiced capoeira for a few years and do think it has a lot of martial application. You just have to look past the flash. Capoeira is based on evasion. It teaches you to blend with an opponent and it teaches some effective ground movement. It show you how to kick from awkward positions. Check out capoeira angola. It's less flash. I'm not saying it's the end all be all of martial arts, but no martial art is. You have to study several and pick and choose what works for you. But saying that it has nothing to offer and is just a dance is ridiculous. Many martial arts were hidden and practiced as dances. Capoeira has a lot to offer as a martial art.