The Nutcracker
Originally released in 1985. The Nutcracker is a tv movie/family film. directed by John Vernon.
Starring Lesley Collier, Anthony Dowell, and Michael Coleman
Synopsis
Sir Peter Wright’s 1984 version of The Nutcracker for The Royal Ballet, still performed by the Company, stays close to Hoffmann’s original tale. It emphasises Drosselmeyer’s mission to find a young girl – Clara – who can break the curse imposed by the Mouse King on his nephew Hans Peter and thus restore him to human form. References to Nuremberg and German Christmas traditions are present in the settings, with a kingdom of marzipan featured in Act 2.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1985
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
- Kultur Video
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Nutcracker about?
Sir Peter Wright’s 1984 version of The Nutcracker for The Royal Ballet, still performed by the Company, stays close to Hoffmann’s original tale. It emphasises Drosselmeyer’s mission to find a...
Who directed The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker was directed by John Vernon.
How long is The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was The Nutcracker released?
The Nutcracker was released on January 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Nutcracker?
The main cast of The Nutcracker includes Lesley Collier, Anthony Dowell, Michael Coleman, Julie Rose, Guy Niblett.