Handel: Giulio Cesare
Originally released in 1990. Handel: Giulio Cesare is a music film. directed by Peter Sellars.
Starring Jeffrey Gall, Herman Hildebrand, and Mary Westbrook-Geha
Synopsis
Director Peter Sellars helms this provocative adaptation of George Frideric Handel's opera "Giulio Cesare," sung in the original Italian by soprano Susan Larson (who plays Cleopatra) and countertenor Jeffrey Gall (in the role of Julius Caesar) but set in a very different locale: a futuristic Middle East. Sellars personally wrote the English subtitles included in this version to match the tone he intended for his vision.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1990
36 years ago
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Handel: Giulio Cesare about?
Director Peter Sellars helms this provocative adaptation of George Frideric Handel's opera "Giulio Cesare," sung in the original Italian by soprano Susan Larson (who plays Cleopatra) and counterten...
Who directed Handel: Giulio Cesare?
Handel: Giulio Cesare was directed by Peter Sellars.
When was Handel: Giulio Cesare released?
Handel: Giulio Cesare was released on January 1, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Handel: Giulio Cesare?
The main cast of Handel: Giulio Cesare includes Jeffrey Gall, Herman Hildebrand, Mary Westbrook-Geha, Lorraine Hunt, Susan Larson.