Norma
"Musiktheater an der Wien"
Released just last year. Norma is a music film. directed by Vasily Barkhatov. With a runtime of 3h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Asmik Grigorian, Aigul Akhmetshina, and Freddie De Tommaso
Synopsis
Norma is a woman torn between two systems. As a chaste druid priestess, she decides on war and peace in an occupied land; secretly, she’s the lover of Roman commander Pollione and mother of his two children. Her double life unravels when Pollione plans to leave her for the younger priestess Adalgisa. Caught between love and vengeance, faith and reason, tradition and empire, Norma nearly kills her children—before choosing another, equally radical path. Vincenzo Bellini’s 1831 opera is a masterpiece of Italian Romanticism. The role of Norma, with its emotional and vocal range from bel canto to raw outcry, is iconic. Director Vasily Barkhatov sets the tragedy amid political upheaval, where old idols are replaced by new. Star soprano Asmik Grigorian debuts in the title role. Adalgisa is sung by Aigul Akhmetshina.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Musiktheater an der Wien
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norma about?
Norma is a woman torn between two systems. As a chaste druid priestess, she decides on war and peace in an occupied land; secretly, she’s the lover of Roman commander Pollione and mother of his t...
Who directed Norma?
Norma was directed by Vasily Barkhatov.
How long is Norma?
Norma has a runtime of 3 hours and 5 minutes (185 minutes total).
When was Norma released?
Norma was released on February 23, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Norma?
The main cast of Norma includes Asmik Grigorian, Aigul Akhmetshina, Freddie De Tommaso, Tareq Nazmi, Victoria Leshkevich.