The Sleeping Beauty

Jan 1, 1983

2h 46m

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Overview

Romance and fairy tale come alive in this astounding interpretation of a childhood classic, Sleeping Beauty. In the hands of the celebrated Kirov Ballet, featuring choreography by Marius Petipa, Sleeping Beauty is no less than magical, recounting the story of a scorned witch who, upon being snubbed by the king and queen when they don't invite her to their baby's christening, casts an evil spell. Featured dancers include Irina Kolpakova.

Genres

Romance

Music

Fantasy

Production Companies

NVC Arts

Gosteleradio USSR

Warner Music Vision

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Cast

Princess Aurora

Irina Kolpakova

Prince Désiré

Sergei Berezhnoi

The Lilac Fairy

Lubov Kunakova

King Floristen

Vladimir Ponomaryov

The Queen

Angelina Kabarova

Carabosse

Vladimir Lopukhov

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