The Nutcracker (1964)
A one-hour version of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, with a somewhat revised storyline reminiscent of "The Wizard of Oz".
Director: Heinz Liesendahl
Genre: Music
Runtime: 55 min
Release Date: December 24, 1964
Cast
- Edward Villella - The Nutcracker / The Prince
- Melissa Hayden - Zuckerfee / Sugar Plum Fairy
- Patricia McBride - Clara (in the dream)
- Harald Kreutzberg - Uncle Drosselmeyer / Snow King
- Helga Heinrich - Bluebird
- Niels Kehlet - Bluebird
- Heidrun Schwaarz-Kosak
- Margot Werner
- Monika Müller
- Edith Demharter
Screenplay
- E. T. A. Hoffmann (Characters)
Cinematography: Robert Hofer, Werner Kurz
Editing: Anneliese Schönnenbeck
Production: Südfunk Stuttgart, Bavaria Film
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
Keywords
christmas party, ballet, tv production, filmed theater
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Nutcracker about?
- A one-hour version of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, with a somewhat revised storyline reminiscent of "The Wizard of Oz".
- Who directed The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker was directed by Heinz Liesendahl.
- Who stars in The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker stars Edward Villella, Melissa Hayden, Patricia McBride, Harald Kreutzberg, Helga Heinrich, Niels Kehlet.
- How long is The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
- What genre is The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker is a Music film.
- Where was The Nutcracker produced?
- The Nutcracker was produced in Germany.