The establishment of the art of classical ballet in Egypt under the auspices of the state during the Cold War is at the heart of an extraordinary saga.
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Title: A Footnote in Ballet History? (2016)
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2 wins & 5 nominations.
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Magda Saleh | ... | Self |
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Diane Hakak | ... | Self |
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Aleya Abdel Razek | ... | Self |
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Wadoud Faizy | ... | Self |
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Nadia Habib Eskinazi | ... | Self |
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Safwat Gerges | ... | Self |
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Jack Josephson | ... | Self |
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Ahlam Younes | ... | Self |
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Reda Sheta | ... | Self |
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Yehia Abdeltawwab | ... | Self |
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Dina Fouad | ... | Self |
| Ashraf Sewailam | ... | Self - Narrator | |
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Mohamed Shams | ... | Self |
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Frank G. Wisner Jr. | ... | Self |
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The establishment of the art of classical ballet in Egypt under the auspices of the state during the Cold War is at the heart of an extraordinary saga, narrated here by its first pioneers. Prima ballerina Magda Saleh and fellow dancers recall the founding of the first national ballet school, staffed with Soviet teachers, the early triumphs, collapse and renewed hopes over five decades. Written by H & O Productions
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Film Screened in 1st Mediterranean Film Festival Cannes in the best documentary section (November 2016) See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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Release Date:
7 May 2017 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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$198,000 (estimated)Company Credits
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