First Position Archive

TIFF 2011 Q&A: ‘First Position’ director Bess Kargman
Posted on September 13, 2011 | 1 Comment
One of the biggest surprises at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has been Bess Kargman’s beautiful and thoughtful documentary, First Position. The film follows six young ballet dancers...
TIFF 2011 Q&A: Kids Programmer Elizabeth Muskala
Posted on September 8, 2011 | 2 Comments
Formerly known as Sprockets, the Kids Programme at the Toronto International Film Festival is always a hit among families wanting to participate in the excitement of the festival. For 2011,...
TIFF 2011 Preview Pt. 1: Pink Ribbons, Inc., First Position, and Billy Bishop Goes to War
Posted on September 7, 2011 | No Comments
In part one of our TIFF 2011 previews, Brian McKechnie takes a look at Pink Ribbons, Inc., First Position, and Billy Bishop Goes to War. Check back over the next...
TIFF 2011: Trailer for ballet doc ‘First Position’ arrives
Posted on September 4, 2011 | No Comments
First Position is a fantastic documentary that follows six young ballet dancers as they prepare for the Youth America Grand Prix — a competition that could make or break their...