The Red Shoes poster

The Red Shoes (1948)

"Dance she did, and dance she must…Between her two loves!"

8.019482h 13mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Michael Powell

Rating

8.0/10

Runtime

2h 13m

Language

EN

Release

September 6, 1948

Director

Michael Powell

Official Trailer

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Overview

A fledgling ballerina falls in love with a brilliant composer, but the jealous head of the ballet company plots to drive them apart.

Cast

Anton Walbrook

Anton Walbrook

Boris Lermontov

Marius Goring

Marius Goring

Julian Craster

Moira Shearer

Moira Shearer

Victoria Page

Robert Helpmann

Robert Helpmann

Ivan Boleslawsky

Léonide Massine

Léonide Massine

Grischa Ljubov

Albert Bassermann

Albert Bassermann

Sergei Ratov

Ludmilla Tchérina

Ludmilla Tchérina

Irina Boronskaja

Esmond Knight

Esmond Knight

Livy

Jean Short

Jean Short

Terry

Gordon Littmann

Gordon Littmann

Ike

Julia Lang

Julia Lang

A Balletomane

Bill Shine

Bill Shine

Her Mate

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Red Shoes (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A fledgling ballerina falls in love with a brilliant composer, but the jealous head of the ballet company plots to drive them apart.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Red Shoes. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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