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Summary
An immersive, behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s leading ballet companies as it mounts a new production of Swan Lake. Ballet icon Karen Kain, on the eve of her retirement, directs the National Ballet of Canada. The film weaves together intimate scenes of the creative process and the dancers’ personal lives. Executive Produced by Neve Campbell.
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Cast
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- Directed by
- Chelsea McMullan
- Written by
- Chelsea McMullan, Sean O'Neill
- Produced by
- Christina Carvalho, Sean O'Neill
- Music by
- Katie Stelmanis
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Facts
September 22, 2023 · 1 h 43 min · NR
- Released
- September 22, 2023
- Runtime
- 1 h 43 min
- Age rating
- NR
- Genres
- Documentary
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- Canada
- Available in
- 9 countries
Q&A
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Questions about Swan Song
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Swan Song worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61 (IMDb 7.1 and Metacritic 70).
Can I half-watch Swan Song?
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
Is Swan Song plot-driven or character-driven?
Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (8 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.