CinemaOSMovie · 2024 · 0h 14m

Terpsichore

Terpsichore is a dance documentary that delves into the art of dance through an observational and poetic camera exploration of the dancer's body and mind.

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Terpsichore is a captivating exploration of dance as an art form, illuminating the passion, discipline, and vulnerability that transform movement into poetry. The documentary follows three distinct yet interconnected artists: Cece Trapani, an Irish dancer; Aurora Maur, a burlesque performer; and the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC), a renowned contemporary dance ensemble. Through their stories, Terpsichore reveals the universal language of dance—one that transcends genre and speaks to the depths of human emotion. Intimate interviews and behind-the-scenes rehearsal footage offer a raw, unfiltered look at the artistry behind each performance, capturing the essence of dance as both personal expression and a bridge between artist and audience. More than a showcase of technique, Terpsichore delves into the soul of movement, celebrating its power to connect, inspire, and reveal the unspoken truths of the human spirit.

Directed byAbigail Cunningham

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 14m
Language
EN
Released
November 14, 2024
Budget
$5,000
Studios
Gardenhouse Cinema

Featuring

Cast & crew

9 credited
Starring

Devin Baker

DCDC Dancer

Qarriane Blayr

DCDC Choreographer

Debrah Blunden Diggs

DCDC Executive Director

Aaron Frisby

DCDC Dancer

Da’Rius Malone

DCDC Dancer

Robert Pulido

DCDC Dancer

Quentin Sledge

DCDC Dancer

Aurora Maur

Gem City Burlesque Dancer

Cece Trapani

Irish Dancer

Creative team
Directed by
Abigail Cunningham
Written by
Abigail Cunningham
Kaeley Beam
Produced by
Abigail Cunningham
Grace Pritchard

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