The Ballroom (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2007, The Ballroom is a drama, romance and music film directed by Laís Bodanzky, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. An evening in an old time dance hall in Sao Paulo introduces us to local characters who reminisce about the past, wonder about the future, have fun, flirt, fight and, of course, dance. Its earthy humour and eternal themes of ageing, loneliness and desire is an antidote to grumpy old men and women everywhere.
Who’s in it. The Ballroom stars Leonardo Villar as Álvaro, Tônia Carrero as Alice, Cássia Kis as Marici and Betty Faria as Elza, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Ballroom has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ballroom page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ballroom tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ballroom (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ballroom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ballroom worth watching?
- The Ballroom holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ballroom?
- The Ballroom stars Leonardo Villar, Tônia Carrero, Cássia Kis, Betty Faria and Stepan Nercessian.
- When was The Ballroom released?
- The Ballroom was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.