The read
It runs a compact 1h 21m.
Synopsis
“Closer Than Yesterday" is an intimate documentary that offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the journey of two young San Francisco Ballet dancers as they prepare for the Helsinki International Ballet Competition. The film follows Carmela Mayo, who has returned to dance after back surgery. The competition is a significant milestone for her comeback. Coached by Principal Dancer Tiit Helimets, she partners with Esteban Cuadrado, and their rigorous preparations commence. However, they encounter numerous challenges due to the pandemic, and their path takes unexpected twists even before they set foot on the competition stage.
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Key crew
- Lisa Le LievreDirector
- Lisa Le LievreWriter
Cast
- Carmela MayoProtagonist
- Alexis Francisco ValdezSubject
- Tiit HelimetsCommentator
- Esteban CuadradoSubject
- Helgi TomassonCommentator
- Myles ThatcherSubject
- Minna TervamäkiCommentator
- Dana MayoSubject
- Hannele Miikanen-MattssonSubjcet
- Kendall AlwaySubject
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Themes
dancesacrificearts and cultureballet dancerballeteducationalinspiring storyobservational documentaryfamily friendlyheartwarmingballet competitionhelsinki international ballet competition