Rudolf Nureyev (1991)

10.0/10 90 min Documentary

Overview

Rudolf Nureyev rose from a humble childhood in Siberia to become one of the world's most acclaimed ballet dancers. Filmmaker Patricia Foy's documentary explores his life, work and legacy. Rarely seen footage is interspersed with interviews with friends and fellow dance luminaries, including Merle Park, Roland Petit, Cliff Morgan, Margot Fonteyn and David Wall, to create a fascinating portrait of a dance legend.

Cast

Rudolf Nureyev

Himself

Margot Fonteyn

Herself

Sylvie Guillem

Herself

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