Degas and the Dancer
Synopsis
A struggling Degas finds inspiration for his art in Marie, a young ballerina. Degas helps Marie tap into the talent she doesn't believe she has while she convinces Degas to persevere despite criticism from the art establishment. An artist and model, they become friends and find in each other what they need to follow their dreams.
Top Cast
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Thomas Jay Ryan
Edgar Degas
Alison Pill
Marie von Goetham
Kathryn Long
Pauline von Goetham
Stephen Fretwell
Ludovic Halevy
Ian D. Clark
Jules Perrot
Arlene Mazerolle
Sylvie von Goetham
Robin Duke
Zoe
Allen Altman
Manet
Martin Neufeld
Pissarro
Neil Kroetsch
Pierre Lange
Robert Burns
The Spurned Artist
Lisette Guertin
Stage Mother #1
Terence Bowman
Man #1
Carole B. Thomas
Singer
Andre Champagne
Wall Painter
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Devine
- Screenplay & Story
- Heather Conkie
- Original Score
- Lou Pomanti
- Original Title
- Degas and the Dancer
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- HBO, Devine Entertainment, Alef Jo Film Studio, Cinémaginaire
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Devine
Heather Conkie
Lou Pomanti
John Dyer
Rik Morden
Richard Mozer, David Devine
Department Leadership Roster
Lou Pomanti
Original Music Composer
Rik Morden
Editor
Cameron Porteous
Production Design
John Dyer
Director of Photography
Heather Conkie
Writer
Richard Mozer
Producer
David Devine
Director
David Devine
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Degas and the Dancer
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What is Degas and the Dancer about?
A struggling Degas finds inspiration for his art in Marie, a young ballerina. Degas helps Marie tap into the talent she doesn't believe she has while she convinces Degas to persevere despite criticism from the art establishment. An artist and model, they become friends and find in each other what they need to follow their dreams.
Who directed Degas and the Dancer?
Degas and the Dancer was directed by David Devine.
Who stars in Degas and the Dancer?
The principal cast of Degas and the Dancer includes Thomas Jay Ryan, Alison Pill, Kathryn Long, Stephen Fretwell, Ian D. Clark.
When was Degas and the Dancer released and how long is it?
Degas and the Dancer was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Degas and the Dancer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Degas and the Dancer was composed by Lou Pomanti.