«Ballavi proprio come sapeva fare Ninetto…». Pasolini e la danza

Abstract

Dance represents a true centre of gravity in Pier Paolo Pasolini’s poetics. His narrative works, selected poetic texts, and above all his filmography are deeply permeated by dancing situations that constitute a defining feature of the director-poet’s style. Pasolini himself was also a dancing body, particularly during his early years in Friuli. This aspect has inspired many choreographers from diverse backgrounds to dedicate ballets to him, drawing inspiration from his films or from his very persona.