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Scottish Ballet's Romeo & Juliet Dance Film Hits Cinemas
23 Jul
Summary
- Dance film 'These Violent Delights' is a new take on Romeo & Juliet.
- The film will have a theatrical release across UK and Irish cinemas.
- It marks Scottish Ballet's first major feature-length cinematic project.
The dance film 'These Violent Delights,' a reimagining of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet, is set for a theatrical release in UK and Irish cinemas beginning October 21. This collaboration between Scottish Ballet, Forest of Black, and indie distributor Tull Stories follows the film's premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival.
Shot in various Scottish locations, 'These Violent Delights' is the Scottish Ballet company's inaugural major feature-length film. The synopsis describes a vivid, wordless contemporary retelling where Juliet awakens from a fever dream, blurring reality and memory in a dance-fueled journey of self-discovery.
Co-directed by Oscar Sansom and Christopher Hampson, the film stars Kayla-Maree Tarantolo and Ishan Mahabir-Stokes alongside Scottish Ballet artists. Hampson noted the film focuses on Juliet's perspective and her internal experiences. This project represents a significant advancement for Scottish Ballet's acclaimed work in dance film.
