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Sky Arte airs documentary 'Dancer' on Sergei Polunin

artist · 2026-05-04

Sky Arte will broadcast the documentary 'Dancer' on Tuesday, November 13, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Steven Cantor. The film, produced over four years, traces the creative trajectory of Sergei Polunin (born 1989) from childhood to global fame, including glimpses into his private life. Polunin, celebrated as a rockstar-like figure with millions of fans, rose to prominence in international dance. 'Dancer' was nominated for Best Documentary at the 2016 British Independent Film Awards and features special collaboration with David LaChapelle. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • Sergei Polunin was born in 1989.
  • The documentary 'Dancer' is directed by Steven Cantor, an Oscar nominee.
  • The film airs on Sky Arte on Tuesday, November 13.
  • Production spanned four years.
  • Polunin is known as a rockstar-like figure in dance.
  • The documentary was nominated for Best Documentary at the 2016 British Independent Film Awards.
  • David LaChapelle collaborated on the film.
  • Sky Arte's site is powered by Artribune.

Entities

Artists

  • Sergei Polunin
  • Steven Cantor
  • David LaChapelle

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune
  • British Independent Film Awards

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