Secrets of a Ballerina
Storyline & Plot Summary
In 1860s France, a couple who have recently acquired a dilapidated country house in Vendôme discover within it the secret of a passionate love affaire that once took a macabre and sadly turn. it all began 50 years previously, when the wealthy landowner Gérard de Clergue fell madly in love with the beautiful young dancer Clara Biondi. In the course of the ensuing romance, Gérard remains blissfully ignorant of the fact that Clara had a previous lover, James de Poulay...
Production Details
Cast
Pierre Blanchar
Gérard de Clergue
Micheline Presle
Clara Biondi
Julien Bertheau
James de Poulay
Robert Vattier
Gontran des Tournelles
Geneviève Morel
Rosalie, young
Henri Coutet
Casimir / Xavier
Georges Douking
Father Biondi
Jean Périer
Prince Talleyrand
Maria Froment
The nun
Charlotte Ecard
Amélie, Clara's dresser
Maurice Schutz
The father of the notary
Edmond Beauchamp
Gardel
Ginette Baudin
Guita Horner
Henri Richard
The Director of the Opera
Jacques Louvigny
Maître Goze
Roger Karl
The Marquis de La Noue
Gabrielle Fontan
Rosalie, elderly
Gaby André
Sophie de La Tournelle
Rivers Cadet
The hotelier (uncredited)
Pierre Ferval
(uncredited)
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
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An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.