Giselle
Synopsis
The peasant girl Giselle discovers the true identity of her lover Albrecht – and that he is promised to another. Giselle kills herself. Her soul enters the ranks of the Wilis – shades of young women who died before their wedding day. All men that come across their path are compelled to dance themselves to death, and Albrecht falls into their trap. Giselle’s intercession saves Albrecht and releases her soul from the Wilis’ power.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Giselle trailer (The Royal Ballet)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-11-26
Top Cast
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Marianela Núñez
Giselle
Vadim Muntagirov
Count Albrecht
Bennet Gartside
Hilarion
Johannes Stepanek
Wilfred
Elizabeth McGorian
Berthe
Gary Avis
Duke of Courland
Christina Arestis
Bathilde
Jonathan Howells
Leader of the Hunt
Itziar Mendizabal
Myrtha, Queen of the Wilis
Olivia Cowley
Moyna
Beatriz Stix-Brunell
Zulme
Yuhui Choe
Pas de six
Alexander Campbell
Pas de six
Francesca Hayward
Pas de six
Luca Acri
Pas de six
Yasmine Naghdi
Pas de six
Marcelino Sambé
Pas de six
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ross MacGibbon
- Screenplay & Story
- Théophile Gautier, Heinrich Heine
- Original Score
- Adolphe Adam
- Original Title
- Giselle
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- Royal Opera House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ross MacGibbon
Théophile Gautier, Heinrich Heine
Adolphe Adam
Department Leadership Roster
Ross MacGibbon
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Giselle
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What is Giselle about?
The peasant girl Giselle discovers the true identity of her lover Albrecht – and that he is promised to another. Giselle kills herself. Her soul enters the ranks of the Wilis – shades of young women who died before their wedding day. All men that come across their path are compelled to dance themselves to death, and Albrecht falls into their trap. Giselle’s intercession saves Albrecht and releases her soul from the Wilis’ power.
Who directed Giselle?
Giselle was directed by Ross MacGibbon.
Who stars in Giselle?
The principal cast of Giselle includes Marianela Núñez, Vadim Muntagirov, Bennet Gartside, Johannes Stepanek, Elizabeth McGorian.
When was Giselle released and how long is it?
Giselle was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Giselle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Giselle was composed by Adolphe Adam.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Giselle?
Giselle holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).