The Red Shoes
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part of
Mermaids and Match Girls - A 200th Anniversary Celebration
of Hans Christian Andersen
Sat 12 3.00 Barbican |
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Vicky, a successful young ballerina, struggles to come
to terms with the pressure of dancing and her love for a
talented composer. But she is driven to a tragic end by
her red shoes that seem to be possessed by a strange magic.
The Red Shoes was not made for children, but it has
intrigued and enchanted generations of young ballet-lovers
since it was first released 57 years ago. Starring ballerina
Moira Shearer in her first screen role, and filled with
extraordinary costumes and sets, the film is a ravishing,
visual and emotional treat for families.
UK 1948 Dir Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger 136
mins
Plus The Little Match Seller
The very earliest film of an Andersen story perfectly captures
the poignancy of the original. You can download your own
copy of the film free of charge from The
Creative Archive.
UK 1902 Dir James Williamson 3 mins
JOIN
IN!:
exercise you dancing feet before the film with at the Ballet
Work Out with the Royal Ballet
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