Many films which pertain to dance and dancers tend to show only the seemingly effortless end product, while generally ignoring the hours of preparation that are involved. This film succinctly communicates the paradox of beauty achieved through sweat and diligence by focusing on the different preparations of two ballet dancers, Lois Bewley and Lawrence Rhodes. Photography by Peter Sova. No commentary - music only.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
016306
Subject categories
Crafts & Visual Arts → Movement, Aesthetics of
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Movement, Aesthetics of
Music & Performing Arts → Ballet
Music & Performing Arts → Dance in motion pictures, television, etc.
Music & Performing Arts → Dancers
Music & Performing Arts → Dancing
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)