Black Tights
"It's sheer magic!"
Originally released in 1961. Black Tights is a music/romance film. directed by Terence Young. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Maurice Chevalier, Zizi Jeanmaire, and Roland Petit
Synopsis
Lively scenes of Paris, all narrated by Maurice Chevalier, link together four dramatic ballet choreographies by Roland Petit: La Croqueuse de diamants (The Gold Digger), Cyrano de Bergerac, Deuil en 24 heures (A Merry Mourning), and Carmen.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 7, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Maurice Chevalier
as Himself / Narrator
Zizi Jeanmaire
as The Gold Digger / Carmen
Roland Petit
as Cyrano / The Suitor / Don José
Moira Shearer
as Roxane
Cyd Charisse
as The Widow
Georges Reich
as Christian
Hans van Manen
as The Husband / A thug / A bandit
Henning Kronstam
as The Toreador
Gérard Lemaître
as The café waiter / A thug
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Doperfilme
- Talma Filmes
- Les Artistes Associés
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Tights about?
Lively scenes of Paris, all narrated by Maurice Chevalier, link together four dramatic ballet choreographies by Roland Petit: La Croqueuse de diamants (The Gold Digger), Cyrano de Bergerac, Deuil e...
Who directed Black Tights?
Black Tights was directed by Terence Young.
How long is Black Tights?
Black Tights has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was Black Tights released?
Black Tights was released on September 7, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Tights?
The main cast of Black Tights includes Maurice Chevalier, Zizi Jeanmaire, Roland Petit, Moira Shearer, Cyd Charisse.