The White Crow is a biographical drama film directed by Ralph Fiennes that tells the story of Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest ballet dancers of all time. The movie is based on the book Rudolf Nureyev: The Life by Julie Kavanagh.
The film explores Nureyev's early years in Leningrad, his training at the Vaganova Academy, and his rise to fame as a dancer. It also depicts his relationship with Clara Saint, a young French woman who helps him during his first visit to Paris.
The White Crow focuses on Nureyev's trip to Paris in 1961, where he decided to defect from the Soviet Union. The movie shows his struggle with the KGB, who tried to prevent him from leaving the country, and his defiance in pursuing his dream of freedom.
The film stars Oleg Ivenko as Nureyev, Ralph Fiennes as his ballet teacher, and Adèle Exarchopoulos as Clara Saint. The movie was shot on location in St. Petersburg, Paris, and Croatia.
The White Crow received positive reviews from critics, who praised the performance of Oleg Ivenko as Nureyev and the direction of Ralph Fiennes. The film was also praised for its accurate portrayal of the political and cultural tensions of the Cold War era.
