Barbie in The Nutcracker (2001)

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Through the use of computer generated imagery, everyone's favorite doll Barbie takes to the stage to portray both Clara and the Sugarplum Fairy, the two central roles in the Nutcracker. The dances were choreographed by the director of the New York City Ballet. The orchestration is provided by the… More Through the use of computer generated imagery, everyone's favorite doll Barbie takes to the stage to portray both Clara and the Sugarplum Fairy, the two central roles in the Nutcracker. The dances were choreographed by the director of the New York City Ballet. The orchestration is provided by the London Symphony Orchestra. ~ Rob Ferrier, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 21 min.
Directed By: Owen Hurley
Genres: Animation, Kids & Family, Science Fiction & Fantasy

In Theaters: Oct 2, 2001 Wide
On DVD: Oct 23, 2001
Studio: Family Home Entertainment

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Joly Herman, Common Sense Media
A more passive-than-usual Barbie in lackluster holiday tale.

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Steven V

A decent story for a Barbie movie with some of the unintentional funniest one-liners in a kids movie. I'm not even going to get into technical terms with the Ballet.
Maymay A

Cute. My favorite Barbie movie.