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George Balanchine's The Nutcracker | 
 enlarge | Director: Emile Ardolino
Actors: Darci Kistler, Damian Woetzel, Kyra Nichols, Bart Robinson Cook, Jessica Lynn Cohen
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  65 reviews
Sales Rank: 1950
Format: Anamorphic, Classical, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 2
Picture Format: Array
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 92 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.6 x 0.6
MPN: WARD13000D
ISBN: 6304698577
UPC: 085391300021
EAN: 9786306510481
ASIN: 6304698577
Theatrical Release Date: November 24, 1993
Release Date: November 19, 1997
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Tchaikovsky's timeless Yuletide ballet is presented in an all-new movie version with as much eloquence as one would find in a live stage production. Replete with gorgeous costumes and scenery, George Balanchine's production, adapted by Peter Martins, features the New York City Ballet with narration by Kevin Kline. From the moment the Nutcracker prince winds toymaker Drosselmeier's life-sized dolls, viewers are ushered into the captivating story of a little girl's Christmas Eve fantasy of beauty, magic, and sugarplums. While several versions of this beloved tale are available in video, this one is distinguished for the magnificent performances of a large cast of young ballet dancers from the School of American Ballet. While Culkin lends his star-studded name, that is all he lends in what is mostly a wooden performance (he often appears on the sidelines looking quite blasé and detached). More deserving accolades go to Jessica Lynn Cohen as Marie, whose genuineness never wanes and dance steps never falter. Bart Robinson Cook is wonderful as the playful Herr Drosselmeier, and Darci Kistler is the graceful Sugarplum Fairy. Mostly this film belongs to children--both on the stage and in the audience. What is lacking in spontaneous energy of live theater is made up for in a perfectly polished performance. The only thing missing is the well-earned applause. --Lynn Gibson
Product Description
Joining the new york city ballet for a sparkling version of the joyous holiday story with beloved tchaikovsky music and balanchine choreography. Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 10/28/2008 Starring: Macaulay Culkin Jessica Lynn Cohen Run time: 92 minutes Rating: G Director: Emile Ardolino
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 A rare family event December 2, 2008
Alice Gold
The Balanchine's Nutcracker is one of the most beloved Nutcracker Ballets
in The United States. Many ballet companies have different versions of the holiday story, but this ballet is a warm exciting evening for all, even those who are not big dance enthusiast. You may not be able to go to the State Theatre in New York City to see a performance, but even better if you have small children, what a way to spend an evening at home with them. The narration on this DVD,by Kevin Klein also makes this an enjoyable relaxing evening
Best production of The Nutcracker July 24, 2008
Mdm Chang Ee Mei (Singapore Singapore)
This is really the best production of this ballet that I've ever seen! The costumes, staging and ballet are first rate. Macaulay Culkin is adorable as the Nutcracker Prince. It's also nice that the characters Marie and the Prince are performed by children.People with kids who like coloring pictures will be pleased to find a coloring book that is based on this production. Get this DVD, even if you have other versions.Nutcracker Ballet Coloring Book (Dover Pictorial Archives)
A common man's point of view. July 20, 2008
Richard Rawls (Dublin Ga USA)
With over 60 reviews I doubt if this one is needed. It's too bad that some of the truely great ballets, like "Giselle" get so few reviews.
This is a well done ballet with some very good dancing even from the children. Macaulay Caulkin sometimes turns me off with that smirk of his, however. One can tell that these children are well trained, especially the Marie character.
The computer animation is also another turnoff as it lacks the spontaneity of a live performance with audience reaction. It goes down as a spectacle instead of a performance. Of course the music was delightful as usual, but the narration during the action is not needed and is detracting unless this is strictly for children, and they do not buy many ballet DVDs. If you are a parent or grandparent buy this for your children.
Classic! April 20, 2008
T. Ivey (Springtown, TX, USA)
Whats to say? Its the Nutcracker.... everyone should watch it at least once a year!
 The Perfect Nutcracker for Children April 17, 2008
Suz (Littleton, CO)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
If you're looking for a kid-friendly version of the Nutcracker, easy to understand and intriguing, this DVD is for you. It has mostly child dancers viewers can relate to, has unobtrusive, occasional narration to help viewers understand the plot, and is gentle in the "scary" parts. The Mouse King portion is not scary which is a concern for younger children. My four-year-old daughter who loves ballet was delighted with this DVD and I'd call it a success. Only four stars because it really doesn't appeal to adults much. If you want a companion book to help explain the story, I recommend "Nutcracker Ballet (Paperback)" by Vladimir Vagin. It follows this DVD closely. See my review with the book.
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