Pas de quatre
Pas de quatre

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Pas de quatre

1967
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Czech

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Director: Eleanor L. Van ZandtGenres: Documentary, Short, Dance

Plot Summary

This short documentary captures a rare performance of the iconic ballet 'Pas de Quatre', originally choreographed by Jules Perrot. It features four distinguished ballerinas recreating the historical piece, showcasing their individual artistry and the elegance of classical ballet. The film offers a glimpse into the tradition and enduring beauty of ballet repertoire.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on a specific ballet performance, 'Pas de quatre (1967)' was not widely reviewed by mainstream critics in the same way a feature film would be. Its reception is primarily within the dance community, appreciated for its archival value and the opportunity to see these specific dancers perform the work.

What Reviewers Say

  • Valuable archival footage of a significant ballet piece.

  • Showcases the talents of accomplished ballerinas.

  • Offers insight into the history of classical ballet.

Google audience: As this is a specialized documentary, there is no significant public review data available on Google to summarize user sentiment.

Fun Fact

The original 'Pas de Quatre' ballet premiered in 1845 and was created to showcase four of the most celebrated ballerinas of that era: Marie Taglioni, Carlotta Grisi, Lucile Grahn, and Fanny Cerrito.

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