Boris Godunov
Originally released in 2004. Boris Godunov is a music/documentary film. directed by Xavi Bové. With a runtime of 2h 32m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Matti Salminen, Brian Asawa, and Marie Arnet
Synopsis
The libretto is by Mussorgsky himself and takes the eponymous “romantic tragedy” by the celebrated Russian poet Alexander Pushkin as its starting point. Boris Godunov is Mussorgsky’s masterpiece and his only complete opera. It’s a vast sprawling tapestry of Russian life, which centres on the Russian people – represented in the opera by a large and powerful chorus – rather than on the title figure. The staging was produced at the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona and is based on the original version of the score.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Gran Teatre del Liceu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boris Godunov about?
The libretto is by Mussorgsky himself and takes the eponymous “romantic tragedy” by the celebrated Russian poet Alexander Pushkin as its starting point. Boris Godunov is Mussorgsky’s masterpi...
Who directed Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov was directed by Xavi Bové.
How long is Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov has a runtime of 2 hours and 32 minutes (152 minutes total).
When was Boris Godunov released?
Boris Godunov was released on January 1, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boris Godunov?
The main cast of Boris Godunov includes Matti Salminen, Brian Asawa, Marie Arnet, Stefania Toczyska, Philip Langridge.