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Giselle
“Giselle is the quintessential Romantic ballet.”
7.0 / 10• 2006• 1h 49m•NR• English
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Giselle is the quintessential Romantic ballet. Its title role, one of the most technically demanding and emotionally challenging in the classical repertory, is here danced by Alina Cojocaru, partnered by Johan Kobborg as Count Albrecht. This tale of the transcendental power of love over death is evocatively portrayed through Peter Wrights sensitive staging and John Macfarlanes designs, which beautifully contrast the human and supernatural worlds mastered from a High Definition recording and true surround sound. Conductor : Boris Gruzin Orchestra : The Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Cast & Crew
Alina Cojocaru
Giselle
LeadMH
Martin Harvey
Hilarion
JK
Johan Kobborg
Count Albrecht
Marianela Núñez
Myrtha, Queen of the Wilis
Oo
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
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What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ross MacGibbon's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Giselle is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
