Return of the Firebird: The Firebird, Petrushka, Scheherazade

Return of the Firebird: The Firebird, Petrushka, Scheherazade

1997 · 120 min · Documentary, Music, Drama

A dazzling film version of three favourite ballets from the Diaghilev Ballets Russes seasons in Paris.

Directed by Andris Liepa

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