The Heart Dances

2018 • 98 minutes

About this movie

An iconic film is re-imagined by celebrated Czech dancers Jiří and Otto Bubeníček for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, setting the stage for a voyage into uncharted territory for everyone involved. When Czech choreographer Jiří Bubeníček and his stage designer brother Otto arrive in New Zealand to develop The Piano: the ballet for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, the stage is set for a voyage into uncharted territory for everyone involved. Featuring a stunning soundtrack including music from the ballet’s score as well as tracks by Bic Runga, Aldous Harding, Minuit, Hirini Melbourne and Richard Nunns.