About this movie
“Siddharta” is a landmark contemporary ballet by Angelin Preljocaj, created for the Paris Opera Ballet and inspired by the spiritual journey of Siddhartha Gautama, the future Buddha. Set to an original score by Bruno Mantovani, this production fuses philosophical narrative with avant-garde choreography and striking visual design by Claude Lévêque. The piece explores themes of desire, suffering, and transcendence, following Siddharta’s path from royal privilege through temptation and enlightenment. The work stands out for its blend of spiritual intensity, physical virtuosity, and the grandeur of Paris Opera’s leading dancers.
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buddha
enlightenment
modern dance
spiritual journey
contemporary ballet
paris opera ballet
angelin preljocaj
french ballet
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Questions about Siddharta
How long is Siddharta?
Siddharta has a runtime of 1h 49m (1 hour and 49 minutes).
Who directed Siddharta?
Siddharta was directed by Angelin Preljocaj.
What genre is Siddharta?
Siddharta is a Music film.
Who stars in Siddharta?
The cast of Siddharta includes Nicolas Le Riche, Aurélie Dupont, Wilfried Romoli, Muriel Zusperreguy, Alice Renavand.
