Akram Khan's Giselle: Behind the Scenes

This 2018 documentary, directed by Ross MacGibbon, explores the creation of choreographer Akram Khan's contemporary reimagining of the classical ballet Giselle for the English National Ballet. The film traces Khan's creative process, from Vincenzo Lamagna's haunting original score to Tim Yip's Academy Award-winning costume design. It examines how Khan transformed the traditional narrative by setting the story within a community of migrant garment factory workers, revealing the emotional, psychological, and technical craftsmanship that shaped this visionary interpretation of the classic ballet.