Appalachian Spring

Name: Appalachian Spring
Director: Peter Glushanok
Genre: Music, Documentary
Released: 1959-01-14
Rating: 5.3
Cast: Martha Graham, Stuart Hodes, Matt Turney, Bertram Ross, Miriam Cole

1959 · 32 min · ★ 5.3 · Music, Documentary

A filmed version of Aaron Copland's most famous ballet, with its original star, who also choreographed.

Directed by Peter Glushanok · Written by Martha Graham

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Martha Graham The Wife
Stuart Hodes The Husband
Matt Turney Pioneer Woman
Bertram Ross The Preacher
Miriam Cole Worshipper
Helen McGehee Worshipper
Ethel Winter Worshipper
Yuriko Worshipper

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