Barbie magically comes to life through stunning computer animation in this modern adaptation of the E.T.A. Hoffmann classic. The tale is enhanced with spectacular dance scenes created by the acclaimed choreographer Peter Martins, and features the beloved music by Tchaikovsky. The real-life movements of dancers from the New York City Ballet bring the beauty of ballet to the screen in a way never before seen. Barbie in the Nutcracker shows that, if you are kind, clever and brave, anything is possible...
Publisher:Santa Monica, Calif. : f.h.e. : distributed by Artisan Home Entertainment, c2001.
General Note: Closed-captioned.Home use only.Sound: 5.1 Dolby digital Surround, 2.0 Dolby digital Surround.Special features: Full screen version ; Widescreen version ; interactive menus ; "Living a ballet dream" documentary ; act with Barbie ; scene selection.Program content : Mattel, Inc., 2001.Based on the tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann.
Creation/Production Credits Note: Written by Hilary Hinkle and Linda Engelsiepen, Rob Hudnut ; music by Arnie Roth ; based on Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker ballet" ; director, Owen Hurley.
Participant or Performer Note: Music performed by The London Symphony Orchestra.