description The Turning Point Overview
The Turning Point is a 1977 drama film set in New York City’s ballet scene, adapted from the story of the Brown family and the relationship between dancers Isabel Mirrow Brown and Nora Kaye. Starring Shirley MacLaine and Anne Bancroft, the film received 11 Academy Award nominations for which it did not receive any wins. It shares this distinction with *The Color Purple* (1985) for most nominations without a win.
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info The Turning Point Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1977 |
help The Turning Point FAQ
What is The Turning Point about in the 1977 film?
It follows former dancer Deedee Rodgers and ballerina Emma Jacklin as their long friendship collides with career and family choices. The 1977 film is set in New York City's ballet world ([AFI Catalog](https://catalog.afi.com/Film/55915-THE-TURNINGPOINT)).
Who plays Deedee Rodgers' daughter and the Russian dancer?
Leslie Browne plays Emilia Rodgers, and Mikhail Baryshnikov plays Russian dancer Yuri Kopeikine. Their performances place a younger generation of dancers beside Shirley MacLaine and Anne Bancroft.
Who directed and wrote The Turning Point?
Herbert Ross directed the film, and Arthur Laurents wrote the screenplay. The production was made with cooperation from American Ballet Theatre and filmed in New York ([AFI Catalog](https://catalog.afi.com/Film/55915-THE-TURNINGPOINT)).
How many Oscars did The Turning Point win after its 11 nominations?
It won none of its 11 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. It shares that unusual zero-win record with The Color Purple.
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