Platicsco Good story, Not enough for a whole film

MusicChat It's complicated... I really like the directing, acting and writing but, there are issues with the way it's shot that I just can't deny. As much as I love the storytelling and the fantastic performance but, there are also certain scenes that didn't need to exist.

Invaderbank The film creates a perfect balance between action and depth of basic needs, in the midst of an infertile atmosphere.

Kinley This movie feels like it was made purely to piss off people who want good shows

cokiable Very beautiful and inspiring film. I'm very impressed by the choreography and music and a great acting game.

wolfstar_imdb The dance scenes are outstanding on every level - direction, production, choreography, talent - I just wish there were more of them. It's to the film's detriment that the framing story that occupies the bulk of its runtime is interminable and wastes Moira Shearer. Simply a filmed version of the ballet would have been far superior, without the dramatically inert framing story tacked on.

katyhun The technicolour cinematography was outstanding.My only complaint would be that the performance of The Red Shoes in the middle went on too long, and as someone who isn't too big on ballet I got bored during this scene.Characters were really well developed and the performances were great. Extremely well written film. The ending was quite shocking to be honest, didn't really see coming. It felt very modern for a film made in 1948 as well, not dated at all.I'd easily give this a 9/10, and perhaps on a rewatch maybe a RARE tg-esque 10/10!

dougdoepke Visually sumptuous, every frame a color adventure. The ballet too is an eye-catcher, going from conventional to surreal to nightmarish, all in striking fashion that would have pleased even the great Dali. The premise may be well-worn— will it be art or love—but despite the risks of cliché, the narrative seldom palls. It's poor Vicki who must decide, but then she is under the spell of the wicked red shoes, whether she knows it or not. Walbrook commands as the imperious Lermontov, while Shearer captivates as the red-haired prima donna. However, Goring lacks the gravitas necessary for the rebellious composer. And check that ending. Hollywood would never have risked such a downer. But once under the red shoes spell, there is no escape. Thus, the movie amounts to a sublime blend of fable, narrative, and dance. The risk may have been real, but The Archers hit the bull's eye. And so will you if you haven't already.