The story of Nina, a ballerina in a New York City ballet company whose life, like all those in her profession, is completely consumed with dance. She lives with her retired ballerina mother Erica who zealously supports her daughter's professional ambition. When artistic director Thomas Leroy decides to replace prima ballerina Beth MacIntyre for the opening production of their new season, Swan Lake, Nina is his first choice.
Natalie Portman
as Nina Sayers / The Swan Queen
Mila Kunis
as Lily / The Black Swan
Vincent Cassel
as Thomas Leroy / The Gentleman
Barbara Hershey
as Erica Sayers / The Queen
Winona Ryder
as Beth Macintyre / The Dying Swan
Benjamin Millepied
as David Moreau / The Prince
Ksenia Solo
as Veronica / Little Swan
Kristina Anapau
as Galina / Little Swan
Janet Montgomery
as Madeline / Little Swan
Sebastian Stan
as Andrew / Suitor
BonStevenson
What a deliciously, decadent, dark piece of candy this film is! Natalie Portman is a revelation and the film is unpredictable but moves with an assurance to take you places you may not want to go. But you want to know how it all ends. Great film. I think most people won't appreciate it until a coupl...