Reading time: about 5 minutesIn light of a certain movie star’s recent comments on ballet and opera, popular culture is finally talking about the two. These themes collide in what I believe is his magnum opus: Black Swan. Black Swan offers a bleak commentary on ballet and performance art as a whole. But, besides all the complex themes, Black Swan is really, really great. With ballet as a tool, Black Swan forces you to confront unsettling truths as unnerving as the film’s themes.

Source: Daily Sun March 25, 2026 12:04 UTC