The surprise hotness of The Turning Point

Watched The Turning Point yesterday.
Had never seen it before.
Could not keep my eyes off Anne Bancroft. The way those long slip-dresses just skimmed over her body.
So sexy!
Really. I mean, Baryshnikov was cute and all, but Anne Bancroft, wooooooo-wie!
Her dance gear, her street clothes, her formal wear, incredibly well done to express to us the power, the hardness and the appeal of this woman arriving at the end of her time as a dancer.
One outfit that springs to mind: a rehearsal scene, a long-sleeved leotard in a light color with pale tights and a rather long pale chiffon skirt. They say that a long skirt indicates seniority and is a sort of badge of honor. (Which is why my wrap skirts are practically belts) Hers sweeps her knees indicating great maturity and authority, but is made of such a gossamer weight that you get the feeling she still believes in the fantasy of ballet. Such an awesome contradiction in just one garment.
And then there’s the fact that you can see just a bit of nip outlined in the thin fabric of her long sleeve leo. So she is all covered up and still exposed. Vulnerable, aggressive, reserved… Woo, is it hot in here or is it just me? Where did my fan go? And where did I put that ice-bucket to pour over my head?
Kept watching through the end credits and saw to my great delight that the costumes were designed by Albert Wolsky.
I’ve met him! He is the nicest man. Just lovely. Hope I see him again soon so I can tell him how much I enjoyed his work.

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