John Cranko
DirectorJoachim Lang
CastsSam Riley, Marti Fernandez Paixa, Jason Reilly, Hanns Zischler, Georgette Tsingurides, Maria Eichwald, Jürgen Rose, Louis Nitsche, Max Schimmelpfennig, Dieter Gräfe, Adrian Oldenburger, Reid Anderson, Satchel Tanner, Vladimír Klos, Rocio Aleman, Birgit Keil, Henrik Erikson, Egon Madsen
Duration133 minutes
Rating
GenreBiography, Drama
Trailer & Synopsis
Directed by Joachim Lang (Mack the Knife) this cinematic, dance-infused tribute to the virtuoso choreographer who became a star on the world’s greatest ballet stages sees Sam Riley (Control, SS-GB) deliver a profoundly moving titualr performance.
Prosecuted for homosexual activity in London, up-and-coming choreographer John Cranko (Riley) leaves for Stuttgart, Germany in 1960. A frenzied workaholic with a charming demeanour, Cranko swiftly revitalises the Stuttgart Ballet company, but his lifestyle attracts attention.
After a controversial replacement of the prima donna and a series of new additions, Cranko's first production of Romeo and Juliet is a sensational success. He becomes the darling of the public and the ensemble is soon globally renowned, being invited to perform at prestigious venues like New York's Metropolitan Opera.
Driven by a quest for perfection, Cranko grapples with destructive private setbacks amidst his meteoric rise. Featuring a dance ensemble of real Stuttgart Ballet members, this captivating drama deftly weaves together Cranko’s life and art in a tale of the highs and lows of the intoxicating limelight.
John Cranko is showing in cinemas since August 15, 2025 to November 17, 2025
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