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Title: Enchanting!
Review: I grew up watching a video of this Nutcracker every Christmas Eve, that we had taped off of PBS. When I saw that it was available on DVD I bought it right away. Having just finished watching it I am pleased to say I was just as, if not more, enchanted by this beautifully produced Nutcracker, as I was when a child. The "special effects" are a bit cheesy, but to me it just adds to the charm (and you must remember that it was made in 1977). Gelsey Kirkland is such a graceful dancer, she's like a feather on a breeze. Of course, Baryshnikov is also stunning, and I think he makes the Prince roll, which is not always that exciting, quite fun to watch. The whole production is beautiful from sets, to costumes, to the entire ballet company. I'm glad that I can again make this the magical start to my Christmas.
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