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 | Language |
French (FRE) |
 | Original language: |
English (ENG) |
 | Subtitle: |
English, French, Spanish; Castilian (ENG, FRE, SPA) |
 | Description: | You'd think chilled borscht pulses in her veins. She's Nina Yoshenka, a lovely yet severe Soviet envoy sent to Paris to rescue wayward comrades from the perils of champagne and capitalism. But there may be a thaw in Nina's Cold War. She meets Steve Canfield, a smoothly brash American who won't take nyet for an answer.Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse recapture the magic of their The Band Wagon pairing in this musical based on the same-titled 1955 Broadway hit and on the famed 1939 Greta Garbo comedy Ninotchka. Set to witty Cole Porter tunes, spiked with laughs and featuring the two leads dancing the Eugene Loring-Hermes Pan choreography into timeless emotion, Silk Stockings shows why elegance and fun never go out of style.Silk Stockings (1957) is a dazzling musical comedy film now available in DVD format from the renowned manufacturer Wara. This vibrant adaptation of Cole Porter's Broadway hit brings together romance, wit, and unforgettable music set against the backdrop of Paris during the Cold War. The story follows Ninotchka Yoschenko, a stern Soviet envoy played by Cyd Charisse, whose mission to retrieve wayward comrades leads her into an unexpected whirlwind romance with American producer Steve Canfield, portrayed by Fred Astaire. Their chemistry lights up the screen as they navigate cultural clashes and comedic mishaps.
Wara is known for its high-quality home entertainment releases that preserve cinematic classics for new generations. With meticulous attention to detail in packaging and remastering, Wara ensures every DVD delivers both nostalgia and superior viewing experience.
Fred Astaire was already an international icon before Silk Stockings, celebrated for his groundbreaking dance routines in films like Top Hat (1935), Swing Time (1936), and Easter Parade (1948). His effortless charm made him one of Hollywood?s most beloved performers. Cyd Charisse dazzled audiences with her extraordinary dancing skills in Singin? in the Rain (1952) and The Band Wagon (1953). Director Rouben Mamoulian brought his visionary style to this production; he previously directed acclaimed works such as Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931) and Queen Christina (1933). Composer Cole Porter contributed some of his finest songs here?his legacy includes timeless standards like "Anything Goes" and "Night And Day." Together with supporting stars Peter Lorre, Jules Munshin, Janis Paige, George Tobias, Joseph Buloff?and choreographer Hermes Pan?the team behind Silk Stockings created a sparkling gem that continues to enchant viewers worldwide. |  | Actors: |
Fred Astaire, Cyd Charisse, Peter Lorre, George Tobias |
 | Director: |
Rouben Mamoulian |
 | Age rating: |
Suitable only for adults |
 | Manufacturer No.: |
WARA1000639559DVD |
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Ten Dance Media GmbH Boxhagener Str. 106, 10245 Berlin, DE gpsr@tendance.de |  |
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