Black Tights | Classic Musical | Drama Movie | Maurice Chevalier | Paris | English
Black Tights - Live scenes of Paris and a continuity Narrator link together four dramatic re-enactments of original ballet creations by Roland Petit and his ensemble, Ballets de Paris: Carmen (1949), La croqueuse de diamants (1950), Deuil en 24 heures (1953), and Cyrano de Bergerac (1959).
Black Tights (1961)
Director: Terence Young
Writer: Roland Petit, Edmond Rostand, Prosper Mérimée
Stars: Maurice Chevalier, Les Ballets de Paris, Zizi Jeanmaire
Genre: Drama, Musical
Country: USA
Language: English
Release Date: 9 May 1961 (Portugal)
Duration: 88 min
Filming Location: Paris, France
Reviews:
"Lovely movie that I had heard about. Was crushed last year when Moira Shearer passed away. This movie includes Moira, Cyd and Zizi. Zizi I had heard about, but never seen. All were a delight. To me, Moira and Cyd seemed a little past their prime, since I was so spoiled by having seen their earlier dance films "The Red Shoes" and "Brigadoon", plus Cyd in "The Harvey Girls". But, alas, we all get older. I was finally able to see Zizi for the first time, and it was very nice. I have studied ballet, and feel that Roland Petit is well respected. Chevalier was good to see in this movie. The town square/vegetable market scene reminded me of "My Fair Lady". Just musings and reflections on my part. Perhaps the print and color were rather fuzzy, but they can be reminiscent of water color paintings. 9/10"-Written by gkeith_1
"This terrific dance film deserves to be judged in its historical context, where it shone in set design, choreography, cinematography, musical vivacity and not least in superb dancing.
I recall that at the time, Rene Jeanmaire's portrayal of Carmen was considered shockingly sexy for classical dance.
The film is still a treasure, especially as another gorgeous record of the brilliance of Shearer and Charisse, and remains a fully developed treat for the senses of anyone who enjoys dance at its best.
Highly recommended viewing for fans of all ages, not least to very young people dreaming of becoming dancers. The work in this film exemplifies a level of dance artistry that was revered in its day and by now has become legendary.
Yes, we would certainly stage things differently in the 21st century, yet this film is REAL Roland Petit --le vrai de vrai--, whose influence has been huge.
Viewing it again as a senior, I find many of the sets remarkable, especially the Dali-esquire richness of the Carmen story. I hope to view it anew on TCM and to smile and applaud all over again!"-Written by wilson-pote
Also Known As (AKA):
(original title) 1-2-3-4 ou Les collants noirs
Brazil Malhas Negras
France (short title) Un deux trois quatre!
France (new title) Les collants noirs
Greece (transliterated title) Mavres kaltsodetes
Japan (Japanese title) ブラック・タイツ
Mexico Las mallas negras
Portugal (original subtitled version) Um-Dois-Três-Quatro
Portugal Um, Dois, Três, Quatro
Spain Los ballets de París
USA Black Tights
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