This glorious Technicolor epic influenced generations of filmmakers,
artists, and aspiring ballerinas. The Red Shoes intricately weaves
backstage life with the thrill of performance. A young ballerina
(Moira Shearer) is torn between two forces: the composer who loves her
(Marius Goring), and the impresario determined to fashion her into a
great dancer (Anton Walbrook). One of the best-loved films of Powell and Pressburger's
prolific partnership, this classic delights the senses with Brian
Easdale's lush score, Jack Cardiff's stunning cinematography, and Hein
Heckroth's expressionistic designs.
Special features: - Audio
commentary by film historian Ian Christie, featuring interviews with
stars Marius Goring, Moira Shearer, director of photography Jack
Cardiff, composer Brian Easdale and Martin Scorsese.
- Excerpts from Powell and Pressburger's novel The Red Shoes and the original
Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale "The Red Shoes" read aloud by Jeremy Irons
- A collection of rare publicity and behind-the-scenes production stills
- Theatrical trailer
- Animated film of Hein Heckroth's storyboards
- A Powell and Pressburger filmography with film clips and stills
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UK film school
1948
color 134 min.
