Nijinski, la marionnette de Dieu
Nijinski, la marionnette de Dieu

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Nijinski, la marionnette de Dieu

1990
Movie
68 min
French

As he gradually turns mad, the dancer Nijinsky evokes the important episodes of his life. In costumes and sets of lush beauty, the divine puppet performs in a final show where the secondary characters are named: Diaghilev, Isadora Duncan, Stravinsky, Auguste Rodin, Léon Bakst.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Paul de ThuinGenres: Biography, Drama, History

Plot Summary

This biographical drama explores the life and career of the legendary Russian ballet dancer Vaslav Nijinsky. It delves into his passionate and tumultuous relationships, his rise to fame as a revolutionary performer, and his eventual descent into madness. The film captures the artistic fervor of the early 20th century and the personal struggles of a celebrated artist.

Critical Reception

The film received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with some appreciating the attempt to capture Nijinsky's complex life and artistic genius, while others found it to be a rather dry and uninspired portrayal. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding it failed to fully capture the magic and intensity associated with Nijinsky's performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition in tackling a difficult subject.

  • Criticized for a lack of emotional depth and engaging narrative.

  • The performances were noted as a highlight, though insufficient to elevate the film.

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Fun Fact

Despite being a biographical film about a renowned dancer, the movie features very little actual ballet performance footage from its lead actor, Jeremy Irons, focusing more on the dramatic aspects of Nijinsky's life.

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