Poignant drama set in the harsh world of ballet training at the famed Bolshoi Theater
Director: James Napier Robertson (The Dark Horse, among others) - Actors: Talia Ryder, Diane Kruger, Natasha Alderslade, Tomasz Kot, Oleg Ivenko, among others
Length: 111 minutes - Language: English
- Subtitles: Dutch
When young and ambitious ballerina Joy Womack(Talia Ryder) is accepted into the academy of the Bolshoi Ballet in Moscow, it makes her the first American student at this renowned dance school. It is Joy's dream to become prima ballerina at the Bolshoi. But behind the beauty of dance lies a world of pain and harsh competition. In the training sessions, Joy is forced to push her physical and mental limits. With the help of her teacher Tatiyana Volkova(Diana Krüger), she hopes to achieve her dream, despite all the trials. But will an American be accepted in the traditional Russian dance world?
Director James Napier Robertson based his film on a true story.
About the CineFiliaal
The Cinephilia opens especially for our regular customers. At the regular time of Wednesday evening (around) 8:30 pm. Holders of Cineville passes, Filmcredits and Strippenkaart and other fans of our movie theater are invited weekly for a preview of a new film. So you see the film first. That film is (usually) introduced by Geert ter Steeg or Don Zwaaneveld; a story about the background of the film, the makers and the making process. With great viewing tips to watch out for.
