Recently Added Films

	Date Added/ Length	Ratigs IMDB/ MY	Genre/ Tags	Plot	Notes
A Midsummer Night's Dream (2006 Opera) Details	5/5/2021 12:06:25 PM/ 157 mins	7	Opera
Alvin Ailey's Cry Details	5/9/2021 11:00:35 PM/	0 8	Ballet/Dance; Short	In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Alvin Ailey's 'Cry,' Ailey All Access presents a newly filmed version featuring Jacqueline Green premiering on Mother's Day (Sun, May 9) at 3pm EDT. Mr. Ailey choreographed 'Cry' on his muse Judith Jamison and presented it to his mother for her birthday. He dedicated the piece to "all Black women everywhere--especially our mothers."	This performance of Cry' available on YouTube until Sun, May 23 at 7pm EDT. Other YouTube versions available.
World On Fire Details	5/10/2021 10:15:44 PM/ 420 mins	7.3	Drama; Queer Themes/Interest; Series; War	WWII drama centered on the lives of ordinary people affected by the war.
Montero (Call Me By Your Name) Details	5/12/2021 3:27:45 PM/	7.4 7	Music Video; Queer Themes/Interest; Short		News: Queerty "He did it: Lil Nas X takes 'song about gay sex' to top of Billboard Hot 100" Video: Montero
Coppélia: Bolshoi Ballet Company Details	5/17/2021 12:39:35 PM/ 105 mins	0	Ballet/Dance; Comedy; Music	"Coppélia, with its magnificent choreography, colourful set design and beautiful costumes, is a performance anyone will very much enjoy, premiering on the night of Thanksgiving. First performed in 1870 at the Paris Opera, Coppélia is a Romantic ballet centred on the ideals of a woman back in the 19th century. Historically speaking, the ballet has undergone many adaptations and remakes, and currently stands as one of the most performed ballets at the Paris Opera. Its most recent adaptation at the Royal Opera House was produced and choreographed by Ninette de Valois, featuring Francesca Hayward (as Swanilda), Alexander Campbell (as Franz), and Gary Avis (as Dr Coppélius). "Divided into three acts, each thirty minutes long, Coppélia tells the story of a mechanical doll, Coppélia, constructed by Dr Coppélius, so lifelike that it fools all of his fellow townspeople, including Franz, the fiancé of Swanilda. Franz becomes infatuated with the doll, thinking it to be an ideal of a perfect woman. Swanilda, upon discovering this, plots a break-in to Dr Coppélius' house, fuelled by jealousy - unbeknownst to her, Franz has decided to do the just the same. Franz is caught by Coppélius, who later drugs him in a diabolical attempt to breathe life into his darling Coppélia. Swanilda, in her efforts to save Franz, disguises herself as the doll, coming to life and staging a distraction for the two to make their escape. Coppélius, who at first is heartbroken and angered upon realising their deception, is later placated by a gift of gold from the town's Duke. Swanilda and Franz meanwhile make amends, and are happily married. "The ballet is composed of many parts, which are particularly impressive - one notable example being Franz and Swanilda's pas de deux. This particular scene further stands out thanks to Osbert Lancaster's beautiful costumes; Swanilda's delicately ornamented white, lace tutu is finished with subtle silver glitter, and is complemented by the more modest black and white outfit worn by Franz. The performance itself is characterised by minimalism, yet this is exactly its standout quality. Their pas de deux contrasts with the more diverse, detailed costumes and set design of the corps de ballet, characterised by a multitude of colours, textures and vibrant lighting. Their scenes featured dozens of dancers performing several complex sequences that all stood out on their own, despite being performed simultaneously. "Blending a nearly 150-year-old tradition and core elements of classical ballet, Coppélia is beautifully characterised by minimalism and simplicity, at the same time showcasing the inventiveness of its set design and costumes. The ballet does not fail to amaze, and is an absolute must-see for those who enjoy ballet in all its forms.	I have seen bits and pieces of this ballet on you tube, which are, I believe, performed by the English National Ballet. This entry is base on a Bolshoi Ballet posting. Ordered Royal Ballet. Opus Arte; and Australian Ballet, ABC.
Coppélia: The Australian Ballet Company Details	5/17/2021 6:33:57 PM/ 106 mins	0	Ballet/Dance; Comedy; Music	Act 1 1 The Town Square 2 Coppelius's Workshop Act 2 1. The Town Square
Copéllia: English Ballet Company Details	5/17/2021 6:43:23 PM/	0	Ballet/Dance; Comedy; Music
Coppélia: The Royal Opera House Details	5/20/2021 2:37:21 PM/ 135 mins	8.8	Ballet/Dance; Comedy; Music	A live showcasing of the classical ballet with music by Delibes, by the Royal Opera House on its 2017 season. Ninette de Valois' charming and funny Coppñélla is a classic of the Royal Ballet repertory — a story of love, mischief and mechanical dolls.
Gunda Details	5/23/2021 11:54:59 PM/ 93 mins	7.4 10	Documentary Animals	It is a film about pigs, cows and chicken. Black and white. Without words. Without music. Victor Kossakovsky is offering not just a mesmerizing poetic work of art but also a wonderful life experience. We get to know Gunda the sow, her family and neighbors, and it gives us the reason to think about the secret of consciousness and the value of life of those with whom we share this planet.	Extraordinary. Absolutely amazing cinematography. +4/4 Review: Roger Ebert [Carlos Aguilar April 15, 2021] +3/5 Review: The Guardian [Luke Buckmaster 18 Apr 2021] "... bare in its aesthetic dogma-there’s no music, no title cards, and no people in sight-and flawless with its observational truth. 'Gunda' dispenses with all explanations and emotional scheming tactics for a thoroughly pictorial experience. This non-fiction rarity's only soundtrack features an ambience choir of birds chirping and bugs buzzing." [Roger Ebert] "... a wordless 90-minute animal movie of mind-blowing ordinariness – and a work of genius" [The Guardian]
Neo Details	5/24/2021 10:56:05 PM/		Ballet/Dance
Swan Lake - Interlochen Details	5/25/2021 3:53:24 PM/	9	Ballet/Dance	The young and beautiful maiden Odette is kidnapped in the woods by the evil sorcerer Baron von Rothbart who disguises himself as an owl. Rothbart curses Odette to become a swan held in captivity, only allowing her to be a human at night, while always under his watchful eye. The spell may only be broken with one chance for Odette to find true love with someone swearing true love back to her in return.	Swan Lake - 2018 performance by the students of Interlochen Arts Academy (private PDA, requires password) Interlochen program (pdf)