Ballet Shoes movie poster

Ballet Shoes

"Dreams do come true."

August 26, 2008 1h 25m 6.4/10 (270 votes)

Originally released in 2008. Ballet Shoes is a drama/family film. directed by Sandra Goldbacher. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Emilia Fox, Victoria Wood, and Emma Watson

Synopsis

An unusual explorer named Gum and his kindly niece adopt three orphans -- Pauline, Petrova and Posy -- and raise them as sisters in 1930s London. But the girls must fend for themselves when Gum doesn't return from one of his adventures. Together, they nurture their passions for acting, aviation and ballet in this charming TV adaptation of Noel Streatfield's novel.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 26, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (270 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Granada Television
  • BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ballet Shoes about?

An unusual explorer named Gum and his kindly niece adopt three orphans -- Pauline, Petrova and Posy -- and raise them as sisters in 1930s London. But the girls must fend for themselves when Gum doe...

Who directed Ballet Shoes?

Ballet Shoes was directed by Sandra Goldbacher.

How long is Ballet Shoes?

Ballet Shoes has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was Ballet Shoes released?

Ballet Shoes was released on August 26, 2008 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ballet Shoes?

The main cast of Ballet Shoes includes Emilia Fox, Victoria Wood, Emma Watson, Yasmin Paige, Lucy Boynton.

Is Ballet Shoes worth watching?

Ballet Shoes has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 270 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.