The name “Pina Bausch” might not ring a bell, but even if you don’t follow modern dance, you might still be aware of her work as a choreographer — movie fans will remember the two haunting dance pieces she created that bookend Pedro Almodovar’s “Talk to Her.”
But whether you’re a dance fanatic or know absolutely nothing about the subject, Wim Wenders’ new documentary “Pina” is a must-see. The 3D movie is an exhilarating experience, both in its celebration of Bausch’s groundbreaking work and in the thrilling way that Wenders captures it on camera.
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The German-born Bausch (1940-2009) revolutionized dance by incorporating everything from uniquely jerky and off-putting movements to natural elements like soil, boulders and rainfall in her stage productions.