The Royal Ballet of Cambodia
This film documents the work of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia. The first part features the company performing a dance on the legendary origins of Angkor; the second part covers a visit to the School of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia at the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. Scenes show dance instruction of both boys and girls, a dress rehearsal, costume design, and mask-making. The third part contains footage of the school's graduation ceremonies, including a presentation of novices to Queen Sisowath Kossmak Nearirath, patron of the school, and solo dance by Princess Norodom Buppha Devi.
Director: Hang Thun Hak
Cast
Kem Bun Nak
Queen
Sam Sokhan
Preah Ket Mealea
Soth Leas
Preah Indra
Yong Saphan
Preah Pisnokar
Norodom Buppha Devi
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