The 14 Best Ballet Movies of All Time — Barre None

Dark, romantic, and psychologically thrilling. Black Swan doesn't reflect the true nature of ballet in the most realistic way but it captures the essence of what a dancer goes through — in a more exaggerated way. The drive, intensity, the pain, and yes, the romance of real dance is entwined with director Darren Aronofsky's fantasy world, creating a compelling film that dancers and nondancers alike can appreciate.