Don Giovanni
Originally released in 1955. Don Giovanni is a music film. directed by Herbert Graf. With a runtime of 2h 50m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Cesare Siepi, Deszö Ernster, and Elisabeth Grümmer
Synopsis
DON GIOVANNI, a young, arrogant, sexually promiscuous nobleman, abuses and outrages everyone else in the cast, until he encounters something he cannot kill, beat up, dodge, or outwit. This legendary production starring Cesare Siepi in the title role with Wilhelm Furtwängler conducting was filmed in Salzburg’s open-air Felsenreitschule theatre during the 1954 Salzburg Festival. Although the production is clearly dated, it remains a must-see for lovers of the opera, both as a historical document of a vintage, all-star production and simply as an excellent way to experience Mozart’s masterpiece.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
2h 50m
170 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Austria
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Deutsche Grammophon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Giovanni about?
DON GIOVANNI, a young, arrogant, sexually promiscuous nobleman, abuses and outrages everyone else in the cast, until he encounters something he cannot kill, beat up, dodge, or outwit. This legendar...
Who directed Don Giovanni?
Don Giovanni was directed by Herbert Graf.
How long is Don Giovanni?
Don Giovanni has a runtime of 2 hours and 50 minutes (170 minutes total).
When was Don Giovanni released?
Don Giovanni was released on October 1, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Don Giovanni?
The main cast of Don Giovanni includes Cesare Siepi, Deszö Ernster, Elisabeth Grümmer, Anton Dermota, Lisa Della Casa.