Der Fliegende Holländer
Originally released in 1975. Der Fliegende Holländer is a music/drama film. directed by Václav Kašlík.
Starring Donald McIntyre, Catarina Ligendza, and Bengt Rundgren
Synopsis
This vivid film of Wagner's romatic opera succeeds in conveying what has famously been called "the wind that blows out at you whenever you open the score", including Daland's boat anchoring against the Sandwike cliffs, the red-sailed phantom ship, and the ghost crew rising from the dead. "Scenes that recall classic horror films... Brilliantly successful" (Nürnberger Nachrichten), "Captures the works' essence" (Süddeutsche Zeitung). With a superb cast; conducted by Wagner authority Wolfgang Sawallisch.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1975
51 years ago
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Bayerische Staatsoper
- Unitel
- Deutsche Grammophon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Der Fliegende Holländer about?
This vivid film of Wagner's romatic opera succeeds in conveying what has famously been called "the wind that blows out at you whenever you open the score", including Daland's boat anchoring against...
Who directed Der Fliegende Holländer?
Der Fliegende Holländer was directed by Václav Kašlík.
When was Der Fliegende Holländer released?
Der Fliegende Holländer was released on January 1, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Der Fliegende Holländer?
The main cast of Der Fliegende Holländer includes Donald McIntyre, Catarina Ligendza, Bengt Rundgren, Hermann Winkler, Ruth Hesse.