The Royal Ballet of Cambodia
1965•1h 20m•Released
Documentary
This film documents the work of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia. The first part features the company performing a dance on the legendary origins of Angkor; the second part covers a visit to the School of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia at the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. Scenes show dance instruction of both boys and girls, a dress rehearsal, costume design, and mask-making. The third part contains footage of the school's graduation ceremonies, including a presentation of novices to Queen Sisowath Kossmak Nearirath, patron of the school, and solo dance by Princess Norodom Buppha Devi.
Director
Hang Thun Hak
Languages
English, Khmer
Cast
Kem Bun Nak
Queen
Sam Sokhan
Preah Ket Mealea
Soth Leas
Preah Indra
Yong Saphan
Preah Pisnokar
Norodom Buppha Devi
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