Akram Khan's Giselle
Watch TrailerHailed as a masterpiece of 21st century dance, Akram Khan’s Giselle comes to cinemas for the first time with Artistic Director, Tamara Rojo, dancing the role of Giselle, one of a community of migrant workers cast out of their jobs in a condemned garment factory. The classic story of love, betrayal and redemption has been reimagined in this stunning new version, with sets and costumes by Academy-Award winning designer Tim Yip (Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon), an ‘ominous, gothic’ (The Observer) adaptation of Adolphe Adam’s original score by composer Vincenzo Lamagna and performed by English National Ballet Philharmonic, dramaturgy from Ruth Little and lighting design from Tony Award-winner Mark Henderson. Filmed live at the Liverpool Empire in October 2017, Akram Khan’s Giselle is directed for the screen by Ross MacGibbon.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2018 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Ross MacGibbon |
| Runtime | 105 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.3/10 (3 votes) |
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Akram Khan's Giselle is a solid entry rated 7.3/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
Released in 2018, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
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