Closer Than Yesterday
Two young San Francisco Ballet dancers compete on the world stage at the Helsinki International Ballet Competition.
“Closer Than Yesterday" is an intimate documentary that offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the journey of two young San Francisco Ballet dancers as they prepare for the Helsinki International Ballet Competition. The film follows Carmela Mayo, who has returned to dance after back surgery. The competition is a significant milestone for her comeback. Coached by Principal Dancer Tiit Helimets, she partners with Esteban Cuadrado, and their rigorous preparations commence. However, they encounter numerous challenges due to the pandemic, and their path takes unexpected twists even before they set foot on the competition stage.
Directed by Lisa Le Lievre · Written by Lisa Le Lievre
Cast
- Carmela Mayo Protagonist
- Alexis Francisco Valdez Subject
- Tiit Helimets Commentator
- Esteban Cuadrado Subject
- Helgi Tomasson Commentator
- Myles Thatcher Subject
- Minna Tervamäki Commentator
- Dana Mayo Subject
- Hannele Miikanen-Mattsson Subjcet
- Kendall Alway Subject
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