Castor & Pollux
"Castor et Pollux (2008) Nederlandse Opera. Rameau / French"
Originally released in 2011. Castor & Pollux is a music film. directed by Pierre Audi. With a runtime of 2h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Anna Maria Panzarella, Véronique Gens, and Finnur Bjarnason
Synopsis
Recorded at the Musiektheater, Amsterdam on 21 & 25 January 2008. Performed by De Nederlandse Opera, composer Jean-Philippe Rameau's renowned tragedy "Castor et Pollux" tells the myth-based story of the selfless love between two brothers: Castor, who is mortal, and the immortal Pollux. When Castor dies trying to prevent the kidnapping of the woman he loves, Pollux decides to become mortal and replace his brother in the Underworld. Finnur Bjarnason, Henk Neven and Anna Maria Panzarella star.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
2h 35m
155 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Netherlands
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Anna Maria Panzarella
as Télaïre
Véronique Gens
as Phébé
Finnur Bjarnason
as Castor
Henk Neven
as Pollux
Judith van Wanroij
as Cléone/ A follower of Hébé / A blessed spirit
Judith van Wanroij
as Cléone / Une suivante d'Hébé / Une ombre heureuse
Nicolas Testé
as Jupiter
Thomas Oliemans
as Le Grand-Prêtre / Une autre voix
Anders J. Dahlin
as Un Spartiate / Un atlète / Mercure / Une voix
Christophe Rousset
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- De Nederlandse Opera
- Opus Arte
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castor & Pollux about?
Recorded at the Musiektheater, Amsterdam on 21 & 25 January 2008. Performed by De Nederlandse Opera, composer Jean-Philippe Rameau's renowned tragedy "Castor et Pollux" tells the myth-based st...
Who directed Castor & Pollux?
Castor & Pollux was directed by Pierre Audi.
How long is Castor & Pollux?
Castor & Pollux has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes total).
When was Castor & Pollux released?
Castor & Pollux was released on April 5, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Castor & Pollux?
The main cast of Castor & Pollux includes Anna Maria Panzarella, Véronique Gens, Finnur Bjarnason, Henk Neven, Judith van Wanroij.