Song of the Swan (2022)

  • NR
  • 02/09/2022 (US)
  • Drama, Music
  • 13m

Making magical movies can be a tragic business.

Overview

A vivid dream exploration of Moira Shearer's heart and mind, just before and after she agreed to star in Powell and Pressburger's beloved cinema classic "The Red Shoes", a decision that would change her life forever. Celebrating the original film but also shining a light on the uncanny parallels between Moira Shearer and her tragic alter ego Victoria Page. Revealing a complex and defiant young woman who ultimately chose life over fame.

Steve Exeter

Director, Writer

Cast

Shannon Davidson's headshot

Shannon Davidson

Moira Shearer
Alastair Thomson Mills's headshot

Alastair Thomson Mills

Michael Powell
Alec Westwood's headshot

Alec Westwood

Emeric Pressburger
Nicole Nelrose's headshot

Nicole Nelrose

Margot Fonteyn

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