Beethoven Fidelio
"Pretty darn close to having"
Originally released in 1978. Beethoven Fidelio is a music film. directed by Otto Schenk. With a runtime of 2h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Gundula Janowitz, René Kollo, and Manfred Jungwirth
Synopsis
This production is a gala affair; the sets are traditional (evocative of 18th-19th century Spain); the lighting is bright, so colors are good and one can see all of the action. Singers are generally well chosen and perform admirably. However, at this point, slight reservations creep in; although Janowitz (Fidelio/Leonore) and Kollo (Florestan) look "good" and act well, the singing parts tax them a bit when pushed to the limit. Most of the time that doesn't matter, and an argument can be made that a little vocal strain is in character with their dire plight. Ideally, for me, Vickers as Florestan would have added extra vocal heft and more sensitive acting than Kollo.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 4, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
2h 27m
147 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Deutsche Grammophon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beethoven Fidelio about?
This production is a gala affair; the sets are traditional (evocative of 18th-19th century Spain); the lighting is bright, so colors are good and one can see all of the action. Singers are generall...
Who directed Beethoven Fidelio?
Beethoven Fidelio was directed by Otto Schenk.
How long is Beethoven Fidelio?
Beethoven Fidelio has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).
When was Beethoven Fidelio released?
Beethoven Fidelio was released on November 4, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beethoven Fidelio?
The main cast of Beethoven Fidelio includes Gundula Janowitz, René Kollo, Manfred Jungwirth, Hans Sotin, Lucia Popp.