The Nutcracker movie poster

The Nutcracker

September 28, 1987 1h 27m 5.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1987. The Nutcracker is a music/fantasy film. directed by Elena Macheret. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Ekaterina Maksimova, Vladimir Vasiliev, and Vladimir Levashyov

Synopsis

Live from the Bolshoi Theatre, this 1978 remake of the two-act classical Christmas ballet blends Tchaikovsky's beloved melodies with superb dancing. Famed Bolshoi duo Yekaterina Maximova and Vladimir Vasiliev star in this production of Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, The Nutcracker. Maximova dances the role of Maria, the young girl whose mysterious uncle Drosselmeyer gives her a wooden nutcracker (Vasiliev) for Christmas. When he comes to life, she rescues him from marauding mice and is taken to the Kingdom of Sweets.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 28, 1987 38 years ago
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Runtime 1h 27m 87 minutes total
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User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Soviet Union Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • Kultur
  • CBS Fox Video

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Nutcracker about?

Live from the Bolshoi Theatre, this 1978 remake of the two-act classical Christmas ballet blends Tchaikovsky's beloved melodies with superb dancing. Famed Bolshoi duo Yekaterina Maximova and Vladim...

Who directed The Nutcracker?

The Nutcracker was directed by Elena Macheret.

How long is The Nutcracker?

The Nutcracker has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).

When was The Nutcracker released?

The Nutcracker was released on September 28, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Nutcracker?

The main cast of The Nutcracker includes Ekaterina Maksimova, Vladimir Vasiliev, Vladimir Levashyov, Sergey Radchenko.