Sylvie Guillem: At Work & Portrait – The Early Years (2 DVD Set)

Product Information

Key Details

• UPC: 807280751994
• Product Type: 2 DVD Video
• Title: Sylvie Guillem: At Work & Portrait
• Production: Arthaus Musik
• Picture Format: 4:3, NTSC
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Subtitles: English (Original Language), German, French, Spanish, Italian
• Total Running Time: 104 minutes
• Region: Freigegeben (Region Free)

Overview

Sylvie Guillem, a dance superstar celebrated alongside legends like Nureyev and Baryshnikov, captivates in this intimate and revealing DVD production. At Work & Portrait documents Guillem’s early years through a unique blend of rehearsal footage, performance excerpts, and personal insights. The film offers a rare glimpse into her meticulous process, from daily classes and rehearsals to her breakthrough performances in works by Nureyev, Rudi van Dantzig, William Forsythe, and Béjart. This engaging portrait not only showcases her astonishing virtuosity but also highlights her dedication to artistic perfection.

Product Features

At Work

• Behind the Scenes:
  Watch as Sylvie Guillem navigates her daily routine of rigorous classes, intense rehearsals, and live performances.
• Performance Highlights:            Artist’s Insight:
  • Preparation for Nureyev’s Raymonda
  • Her debut in Rudi van Dantzig's Four Last Songs
  • A captivating rendition in William Forsythe's In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated
  • A gala performance featuring Béjart's La Luna
• 
  Guillem offers incisive commentary on working with the world’s top choreographers, revealing the dedication and discipline behind her art.

Portrait

• A Dance Superstar Unveiled:
  This segment presents an intimate portrait of Guillem, capturing her extraordinary technique, graceful vulnerability, and powerful stage presence.
• Critical Acclaim:
  As noted by The Independent, "On stage, she is spectacular: as powerfully sensual as she is graceful and vulnerable. To dance like Guillem takes more than long legs and flawless technique. She is an artist who brings her own interpretation to a choreographer's work."

Interesting Facts

• A Unique Dual Perspective:
  Combining both documentary-style behind-the-scenes footage and personal interviews, this DVD provides a comprehensive look at the artist’s life and career.
• Historical Value:
  Produced by Arthaus Musik, this film captures a pivotal era in Guillem's career, offering insights into her development as one of dance’s greatest innovators.
• Acclaimed Production:
  At Work is directed by André S. Laborthe in a co-production with La Sept and RM Arts (1987), while the Portrait segment is produced and directed by Nigel Wattis (1993).

Publishers

This DVD is produced by Arthaus Musik GmbH. The material contained on this disc is licensed for non-commercial private use only. Any public performance, broadcast, or reproduction is strictly prohibited.

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