First Position

Starring: Aran Bell, Michaela DePrince, Joan Sebastian Zamora, et al.

Product Description

For the young dancers at the Youth America Grand Prix, one of the world's most prestigious ballet competitions, lifelong dreams are at stake. With hundreds competing for a handful of elite scholarships and contracts, practice and discipline are paramount, and nothing short of perfection is expected. Bess Kargman's award-winning documentary, FIRST POSITION, follows six young dancers as they prepare for a chance to enter the world of professional ballet, struggling through bloodied feet, near exhaustion and debilitating injuries all while navigating the drama of adolescence. A showcase of awe-inspiring talent, tenacity and passion, FIRST POSITION paints a thrilling and moving portrait of the most gifted young ballet stars of tomorrow.

• Format: DVD
• Language: English
• UPC: 030306982892
• Release Date: October 2012
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Publisher: MPI Home Video
• Director: Bess Kargman
• Starring: Aran Bell, Michaela DePrince, Joan Sebastian Zamora, Rebecca Houseknecht, Gaya Bommer Yemini, Miko Fogarty, Jules Fogarty
• Runtime: 1 hour, 30 minutes
• Number of Disks: 1
• Other Video Info: DVD
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 5.4"
• Age Range: 12 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 7 and higher