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Carmina Burana

September 29, 1978 1h 0m 6.4/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1978. Carmina Burana is a music/drama film. directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Lucia Popp, John van Kesteren, and Hermann Prey

Synopsis

A very visual and profound dramatization of the various sections of Carmina Burana, a symphonic piece composed by Carl Orff about medieval poetry by an anonymous author.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 29, 1978 47 years ago
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Runtime 1h 0m 60 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (4 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • ZDF
  • Bavaria Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carmina Burana about?

A very visual and profound dramatization of the various sections of Carmina Burana, a symphonic piece composed by Carl Orff about medieval poetry by an anonymous author.

Who directed Carmina Burana?

Carmina Burana was directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle.

How long is Carmina Burana?

Carmina Burana has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).

When was Carmina Burana released?

Carmina Burana was released on September 29, 1978 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Carmina Burana?

The main cast of Carmina Burana includes Lucia Popp, John van Kesteren, Hermann Prey, Michael Habeck, Meryl Craser.