The Ballerina

A young, aspiring ballerina becomes increasingly obsessed with perfection, leading her down a dark path. As her mental state deteriorates, the lines between reality and delusion blur, and her pursuit of artistic greatness threatens to consume her entirely. Her relationships suffer as her intense focus isolates her, pushing her towards a dangerous confrontation with her own ambition.

The Ballerina received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its atmospheric tension and lead performance, though some critics found the pacing uneven.

• Praised for Juno Temple's captivating and intense performance.

• Appreciated for its dark, psychological exploration of ambition.

• Criticized by some for a predictable plot progression and slow moments.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's compelling lead performance and unsettling atmosphere, with many finding it a thought-provoking psychological thriller. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful.

The rigorous dance training scenes required the lead actress, Juno Temple, to undergo months of intense ballet coaching, even though she is not a trained dancer.