In the 1987 movie, Johnny Castle and Penny, and all of the Dirty Dancing staff, and Baby, save Max Kellerman's mountain resort from demise, stuck in the bygone era of the foxtrot, by introducing the thrilling dancing season finale.
Baby saves Johnny by giving him hope, and giving his new dancing style a stage.
Dr. Houseman saves Penny from an infection from a botched abortion.
There are more "saves" in the movie, and that is what made it so good.