The Ballerina (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2016, The Ballerina is a drama film directed by Pedro Jorge, running about 23 minutes. “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Diamante is a gay boxer who stands out for his body control and fast leg movements. At night, he performs as a drag queen at a nightclub. His judgmental coach leaves him out of a boxing competition, but Diamante wants to be a champion.
Who’s in it. The Ballerina stars Sidney Santiago as Diamante, João Acaiabe as Cezão, Thaís Medeiros as Jéssica and Roberto Alencar as Fabão, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Ballerina has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ballerina page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ballerina tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ballerina (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ballerina change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ballerina worth watching?
- The Ballerina holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ballerina?
- The Ballerina stars Sidney Santiago, João Acaiabe, Thaís Medeiros, Roberto Alencar and Divina Raio-Laser.
- When was The Ballerina released?
- The Ballerina was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.