Swan Lake
Originally released in 1966. Swan Lake is a drama/music film. directed by Truck Branss.
Starring Margot Fonteyn and Rudolf Nureyev
Synopsis
Perhaps the most popular ballet video ever released, this version of Tchaikovsky's beloved work stars one of the most famous classical dance partnerships of all time, Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn. Nureyev choreographed this production for the Vienna State Opera Ballet. Two icons of 20th-century dance in magnificent form. Ballet authority John Lanchbery, former music director of the Sadler's Wells and Royal Ballet companies, as well as of American Ballet Theatre and Australian Ballet, conducts the Vienna Symphony Orchestra in Tchaikovsky's enchanting score.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- ORF
- Seven Arts Productions
- United Productions of America
- WDR
- Deutsche Grammophon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan Lake about?
Perhaps the most popular ballet video ever released, this version of Tchaikovsky's beloved work stars one of the most famous classical dance partnerships of all time, Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Font...
Who directed Swan Lake?
Swan Lake was directed by Truck Branss.
How long is Swan Lake?
Swan Lake has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Swan Lake released?
Swan Lake was released on December 26, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Swan Lake?
The main cast of Swan Lake includes Margot Fonteyn, Rudolf Nureyev.