The Dying Swan (1917)

The Dying Swan (1917) poster

After being betrayed by her playboy lover, a heartbroken mute young woman joins a ballet company; during a performance of “The Dying Swan,” she enraptures a painter obsessed with portraying death genuinely.

Director: Yevgeni Bauer
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 49 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Boris Zavelev
Production: A. Khanzhonkov and Co.
Country: Russia
Language: No Language
Original Language: ru

Themes

Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Macabre Art and Death Obsession, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son

Keywords

dreams, dancer, nightmare, obsession, ballet dancer, loss, tragedy, ballet, mute, death, silent film, dream sequence, ballerina, art model

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dying Swan about?
After being betrayed by her playboy lover, a heartbroken mute young woman joins a ballet company; during a performance of “The Dying Swan,” she enraptures a painter obsessed with portraying death genuinely.
Who directed The Dying Swan?
The Dying Swan was directed by Yevgeni Bauer.
Who stars in The Dying Swan?
The Dying Swan stars Vera Karalli, Aleksandr Kheruvimov, Vitold Polonsky, Andrey Gromov, Ivane Perestiani.
How long is The Dying Swan?
The Dying Swan has a runtime of 49m (49 minutes).
What genre is The Dying Swan?
The Dying Swan is a Drama film.
Where was The Dying Swan produced?
The Dying Swan was produced in Russia.
What are the themes of The Dying Swan?
The themes of The Dying Swan include: Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Macabre Art and Death Obsession, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son.