Carlos Acosta: Spartacus
“The world's greatest male dancer, Carlos Acosta, dances the greatest male ballet lead, Spartacus”
Synopsis
Internationally acclaimed as the greatest male dancer of his generation, Carlos Acosta stars as the rebel slave in the most spectacular of Soviet ballets. Filmed in Paris after triumphant performances in Moscow and London, the Bolshoi's classic production presents the Cuban star at the height of his physical and dramatic powers -- as the greatest Spartacus of our time.
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Adagio of Spartacus & Phrigia - Carlos Acosta & Nina Kaptsova
Type: Clip • Published 2015-12-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ross MacGibbon
- Screenplay & Story
- Raffaello Giovagnoli, Yuri Grigorovich, Nikolay Volkov
- Original Score
- Aram Khachaturyan
- Original Title
- Carlos Acosta: Spartacus
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- Universal Classics, Bolshoi Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ross MacGibbon
Raffaello Giovagnoli, Yuri Grigorovich, Nikolay Volkov
Aram Khachaturyan
Department Leadership Roster
Ross MacGibbon
Director
Aram Khachaturyan
Original Music Composer
Simon Virsaladze
Costume Design
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Carlos Acosta: Spartacus about?
Internationally acclaimed as the greatest male dancer of his generation, Carlos Acosta stars as the rebel slave in the most spectacular of Soviet ballets. Filmed in Paris after triumphant performances in Moscow and London, the Bolshoi's classic production presents the Cuban star at the height of his physical and dramatic powers -- as the greatest Spartacus of our time.
Who directed Carlos Acosta: Spartacus?
Carlos Acosta: Spartacus was directed by Ross MacGibbon.
Who stars in Carlos Acosta: Spartacus?
The principal cast of Carlos Acosta: Spartacus includes Carlos Acosta, Alexander Volchkov, Nina Kaptsova, Maria Allash.
When was Carlos Acosta: Spartacus released and how long is it?
Carlos Acosta: Spartacus was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Carlos Acosta: Spartacus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Carlos Acosta: Spartacus was composed by Aram Khachaturyan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Carlos Acosta: Spartacus?
Carlos Acosta: Spartacus holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).