Martha Graham: An American Original in Performance (1957)

A documentary containing three historic performances in the world of dance: (1) "A Dancer's World" demonstrates the challenge and beauty of expression through movement, dance and ballet. (2) "Night Journey" is a modern choreography based on the legend of Oedipus. (3) "Appalachian Spring" is an American folk tale, with original music commissioned from Aaron Copland by Martha Graham.