Toller Cranston - 1974 World Championships SP and LP

skatesindreams Says:

Aug 4, 2008 - I wiah that more US footage existed. If anyone has some, please PM me.

mara8712 Says:

Jun 1, 2009 - We enjoy again and again! Thank you!

pocketnunu Says:

Jun 19, 2009 - I always liked Toller Cranston and thought he was underestimated at the time. He had the best moves!

morgenshmorgan Says:

Jan 24, 2010 - The greatest dancer (and at his time also the most accomplished technically) who changed the face of the figure skating. What a shame for me was to watch Abbott, Mroz & Co. who showed in 2010 a prehistorical awkwardry.

BigdealXXIII Says:

Jan 26, 2010 - I couldn't remember that he had rather short legs compare to his upper body.He changed figure skating forever, even if he never won any major title. Without him John Curry the best skater ecer couldn't "happen".He was like Torvil-Dean in Icedance with a forever lasting indluence in this sport.

skatesindreams Says:

Jan 26, 2010 - It's easy to forget that Toller had as much technical difficulty in his programs as anyone of his era.

chadladdy Says:

Feb 14, 2010 - This is skating as it should be...thank you so much for posting..like watching a dream..and floating along with him!

jackieogee Says:

Feb 26, 2010 - He was a revolutionary and was such a wonderful influence on figure skating. After more than 35 years, all of his performances stand the test of time - never appearing dated! He was so innovative and really left his mark. His skating is a thing of beauty to watch - for the athleticism, the stunning artistry, and the feelings it evokes. Thank you, Toller!

skatesindreams Says:

Feb 27, 2010 - I couldn't agree more!

skatesindreams Says:

Feb 27, 2010 - Absolutely true!

Zaharkina Says:

Apr 15, 2010 - He was a GOD on the ice , but he never got first place ... very sad .

HowDareThey1970 Says:

Jun 10, 2010 - Who are Abbot, Mroz, & Co? Not sure who you are referring to?

HowDareThey1970 Says:

Jun 10, 2010 - oh, right, I looked it up... I guess Abbot and Mroz were the other Olympic team members from the US... but it shows how poor a job the media is doing of covering, that I didn't know that.... Throughout the 90s i knew who EVERYONE was. And I didn't have any internet access... nor was the internet then what it is today... but today, TV media barely covers skating, I barely know the skaters by name.

sdcashman45 Says:

Aug 27, 2010 - Toller paid the price for being way ahead of his time.  Magnificent and totally innovative and creative. Thanks for posting!!!

rodentcafeteria Says:

Sep 16, 2010 - It's too bad that men's figure skating these days is more about jumps and doing quads. It's very rare that you see any sort of artistic expression these days. It's all jump, jump, jump. 

nightswimmer99 Says:

Nov 7, 2010 - I wish I could have seen him skate live. In these film clips, he never looked like he was prepping for his jumps; everything just flows. You can see where skaters like Paul Wylie were influenced by Toller Cranston's artistry. His camel spins were so beautiful - as special as any triple jump.

amalistelus Says:

Nov 8, 2010 - I forgot how really good he was. I remember watching him on TV and he was certainly innovative at the time. I was trying to describe him to my kids as he was a judge on Battle of the Blades and they didn't know who he was. My description really didn't do him justice, so I'm back here trying to find clips to remember. He was really good, and certainly see his influence on skaters from the 90s. Or even Johnny Weir!

topartistry Says:

Nov 26, 2010 - Again... more posing.... one dimensional... flexible non the less. Any choice of music could be played over his skating and it would make no difference. The energy that comes from his movements.... sorry "posing" are frustration without clarity. Most people only see the surface or the packaging.... look deeper to see the truth. Don't be blinded by the propaganda.

topartistry Says:

Nov 26, 2010 - Again... more posing.... one dimensional... flexible non the less. Any choice of music could be played over his skating and it would make no difference. The energy that comes from his movements.... sorry "posing" are frustration without clarity. Most people only see the surface or the packaging.... look deeper to see the truth. Don't be blinded by the propaganda.

fishsauceman Says:

Nov 26, 2010 - Ive met this guy personaly. Hes a nice guy.

formersk8ter Says:

Apr 27, 2011 - Very surprised at your comment. You really don't see an interpretation of this music? Jumps are landed on climactic beats of the music, the choreography definitely reflects the spirit of each section of the music. And what's wrong with a little posing here and there? I think it adds some nice touches. If you truly don't see this as an artistic program, I'd like to know what skates you do consider artistic.

RAFAAMARILLAS Says:

May 25, 2011 - No more to say.......perfect take-off's, wondeful edges and very light spins......a remarkable artist!!! WOW!!!!! He truly deserved a GOLD!!!

joe11880 Says:

Sep 24, 2011 - Heard of Toller Cranston but never saw his skating before. Wow, it is so interesting to watch. Compared to today where they skate, jump, spin, jump.... Toller is amazing!

jagd1964 Says:

Oct 21, 2011 - What music does he use starting at 5:03? Sounds like Russian balalaika music, but I can't find it anywhere? Does anyone know how I can get my hands on it?

Fritz27924 Says:

Apr 20, 2012 - Toller had this ethereal quality to his skating that was just fantasitc, unique. The best.