Even if you think ballet is not for you or that only sissy's or highbrows watch ballet you must see this film. I've attended the New York City ballet a number of times and I can tell you Natalie Portman is everything you could ever desire in a prima ballerina. It's little wonder she won an Academy Award for her performance in Black Swan and it was well deserved. The dance sequences are so seamless I truly could not tell that it was not her dancing the role (or maybe she learned ballet for the part). In any event her portrayal of the life of a national company dancer is so well done you won't be able to take your eyes off her. The special effects and makeup are jaw dropping. Her petite stature and frame made her the very best choice for the role and her seemingly delicate, rose petal fragility make one wonder how such lovely creatures could withstand the rigors and demands of a professional ballerina. This is truly a work of art and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys watching 110% commitment from their favorite actors in outstanding roles. Read full review
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nina (natalie portman) is a ballerina in a new york city ballet company whose life, like all those in her profession, is completely consumed with dance. when artistic director thomas leroy (cassel) decides to replace prima ballerina beth macintyre (ryder) for the opening production of their new season black swan, nina is his first choice. but nina has competition, a new dancer: lily (kunis) who impresses both the white swan requires a dancer who can play both white swan with innocence and grace, and the black swan, who represents quile and sensuality. nina fits the white swan perfectly but lily is the personification of the black swan. as the two young dancers expand their rivalry into a twisted friendship. nina begins to get more in touch with her dark side- a reckless that threatens to destroy her. this movie won oscar gold and also i enjoy this movie.Read full review
Never saw it before took a chance and ordered it and I'm glad I did. Even my fiance liked it. He thought it was good.
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It a movie that will hold you to your set. It a great story about a dancer and her life.
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Fantastic movie with a great price!
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