The Sleeping Beauty

1983•2h 46m

RomanceMusicFantasy

Romance and fairy tale come alive in this astounding interpretation of a childhood classic, Sleeping Beauty. In the hands of the celebrated Kirov Ballet, featuring choreography by Marius Petipa, Sleeping Beauty is no less than magical, recounting the story of a scorned witch who, upon being snubbed by the king and queen when they don't invite her to their baby's christening, casts an evil spell. Featured dancers include Irina Kolpakova.

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NVC Arts, Gosteleradio USSR, Warner Music Vision

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Cast

Irina Kolpakova

Princess Aurora

Sergei Berezhnoi

Prince Désiré

Lubov Kunakova

The Lilac Fairy

Vladimir Ponomaryov

King Floristen

Angelina Kabarova

The Queen

Vladimir Lopukhov

Carabosse

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