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Disc #1 -- Yvette Chauvire: France's Prima Ballerina Assoluta
1. Chapter 1 [2:00]
2. Chapter 2 [5:00]
3. Chapter 3 [6:51]
4. Chapter 4 [6:16]
5. Chapter 5 [8:54]
6. Chapter 6 [9:06]
7. Chapter 7 [8:11]
8. Chapter 8 [6:09]
9. Chapter 9 [4:20]
10. Chapter 10 [5:34]
11. Chapter 11 [7:03]
12. Chapter 12 [7:30]
13. Chapter 13 [3:15]
14. Chapter 14 [:57]
15. Chapter 15 [:00]
A note for the uninitiated: a prima ballerina assoluta represents the highest ranking of ballerina for women. Originally designated by the Italian Ballet Masters of the Romantic Ballet period, it is profoundly difficult to achieve; Frenchwoman Yvette Chauviré fit the bill perfectly, however. A dancer adroit with numerous forms, from classical to romantic ballets, Chauviré inspired countless artists and - some would argue - not only equaled but transcended the crème-de-la-crème of her chosen field. This 1987 documentary by director Dominique Delouche embodies one of the few filmed biographical portraits of Chauviré. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide All Movie Guide