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Le ballet de l'Opéra de Paris

Frederick Wiseman directs this behind-the-scenes documentary following a year in the life of the Paris Opera Ballet. The film shows the company and its dancers as they prepare for, rehearse and stage seven different ballets

The Ballet at the Paris Opera is one of the biggest dance companies in the world. The film shows the story of seven different ballet productions. Displaying the world of ballet within the walls of the cultural institution.

French subtitled in English

Director: Frederick Wiseman

Cast: Brigitte Lefèvre, Emilie Cozette, Aurélie Dupont

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