GAÎTÉ PARISIENNE (Offenbach) (1954) The legendary “in-house” filming of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, shot and edited by Victor Jessen, with fascinating bonus features. The ballet stars Alexandra Danilova, Frederic Franklin, and Leon Danielian. DVD extras include audio commentary by Franklin, optional explanatory subtitles which identify many of the dancers in the ensemble, an interview with Frederic Franklin, a documentary titled “The Saga of Victor Jessen,” and a complete list of the ballet productions filmed by Jessen. B&W (feature) / Color (bonus segments), 87 min.