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May 17, 2024 · The American: Directed by James Napier Robertson. With Talia Ryder, Diane Kruger, Oleg Ivenko, Natasha Alderslade. American ballet dancer Joy Womack is accepted into Moscow's infamously tough Bolshoi Ballet Academy, with the dream of becoming a great ballerina.
Joika is a 2023 New Zealand–Polish drama about American ballerina Joy Womack training at the prestigious Moscow Bolshoi Theatre. It was written by James Napier Robertson and stars Diane Kruger and Talia Ryder.
Dive into the captivating world of ballet as we unveil the mesmerising journey of Joy Womack. From Texas to the grand stages of the Bolshoi Ballet, her path is a testament to dedication,...
Feb 13, 2024 · Ballet drama 'Joika' starring Talia Ryder and Diane Kruger has been snapped up for distribution by Vertical ahead of further festival screenings.
May 9, 2024 · Joika is the true story of American ballerina Joy Womack, whose passion to join the ranks of the Bolshoi Ballet proves near-destructive. Steve Newall speaks with New Zealand director James Napier Robertson.
May 20, 2024 · Joika - Official Trailer. Written and directed by James Napier Robertson, Joika is based on the true story of Joy Womack; who as a fifteen-year-old American ballerina from Texas, moves to...
A fifteen-year old aspiring American ballerina leaves her Texan family home and is thrust into the world of Russian ballet as one of the very few Americans to ever be accepted into the Moscow Bolshoi Academy. Under legendary teacher Tatiyana Volkova, Joy Womack trains with the goal of becoming a Prima Ballerina at the Bolshoi Company.