Nutcracker: The Motion Picture

Nutcracker: The Motion Picture (1986) is a family, fantasy film directed by Carroll Ballard rated 6.6/10.

In this Pacific Northwest Ballet performance, it is Christmas Eve and festivities are underway. Clara is excited when her godfather arrives with a bag full of gifts, one of which is an intriguing wooden nutcracker. That night, while the household sleeps, Clara visits the Christmas tree to inspect her nutcracker and soon finds herself immersed in a dream world both dark and enchanting.

Cast

Hugh Bigney

Herr Drosselmeier / The Pasha

Patricia Barker

Clara (after the battle) / Ballerina Doll

Vanessa Sharp

Clara (Christmas party; battle scene)

Wade Walthall

Nutcracker Prince

Russell Burnett

Fritz

Laura Schwenk

Snowflake

Benjamin Houk

Father / Mouse King

Beatrice Bassett

Grandparent

Benjamin Bassett

Grandparent

Julie Harris

Clara (Voice)