Giuseppe verdis classic opera is given the full cinematic treatment in this adaptation by franco zeffirelli. The film premiered in italy in 1982 and went into general release there the following year. This huge production features spectacular sets, beautiful costumes, dazzling lighting, fireworks and. The film actually premiered in italy in 1982, then went into general release there in 1983. Short film live action michael toshiyuki uno and joseph benson, producers. The play, in turn, was based on the life of marie duplessis who died of tuberculosis in 1847. Opera superstars domingo and stratas bring to life the doomed romance of young bourgeoisie alfredo germont and courtesan violetta valery. Fandango fanalert sign up for a fanalert and be the first to know when tickets and other exclusives are available in your area. It is based on the 1853 opera of the same name with music by giuseppe verdi. This traviata is something else entirely, a film adaptation of a classic work that never has. Requires laser optical video player it is not a dvd.
Inizia a casa di una violetta giunta ormai alla fine dei suoi giorni, dove. Among the devotees of the courtesan is alfredo germont, a young man of respectable provencal family. This huge production features spectacular sets, beautiful costumes, dazzling lighting, fireworks and a 9meter. Soprano teresa stratas, tenor placido domingo, and baritone cornell macneil starred in the movie, in addition to singing their roles. However, his traviata is a very real personal triumph, the result of his obvious love and knowledge of opera, which he has directed both here. The principal incidents of dumass play are reproduced with general fidelity in the opera. Visitors of subtitlesbank have given a rating of 6. Earlier in the episode, an otter complains to kermit the frog that they should. After alfredo admits to violetta that hes loved her from afar for quite some time, her initial response is cool. Subtitles of different languages may be downloaded for free as a.
However, alfredos father, giorgio, starts to interfere, concerned that violettas bad reputation will affect the marriage prospects of alfredos sister. Also sign me up for fanmail to get updates on all things movies. There are some distinctions, however, and they are not unimportant. It is based on the 1853 opera of the same name with music by giuseppe verdi and libretto by francesco maria piave. Cast includes teresa stratas, placido domingo, cornell macneil, allan monk, axell gall, pina cei. Reviews, interviews and features from the international film magazine. In the first act there are scenes of gayety in the house of violettadancing, feasting, and lovemaking. It was released in the united states in 1983 and was originally released in italy in 1982. It was eventually nominated for a pair of oscars and it arguably remains the finest film version rather than filming of a performance of an opera ever made. After the lovers run away together, they live in bliss for a short time. The film premiered in italy in 1982 and went into general release. Performed by the cast of this film and the metropolitan opera orchestra and chorus.
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