Rise of a Star


Rise of a Star is a 2017 French drama short film directed by James Bort and written by Stéphane Landowski. Produced for FullDawa Films, it was shot at the Palais Garnier, home of the Paris Opera Ballet. It was shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film at the 90th Academy Awards in 2018.

Synopsis

Emma is a celebrated ballerina bothered by a secret capable of undermining the achievement of her lifelong dream.

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Release

The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2018.

Reception

Le Journal du Centre reviewed the short favorably, praising Bort as a first-time director.