Orphée aux Enfers
Originally released in 1997. Orphée aux Enfers is a music film. directed by Herbert Wernicke. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Alexandru Badea, Elizabeth Vidal, and Dale Duesing
Synopsis
Orphée aux Enfers, Offenbach's riotous parody of the dissipations of French life in the Second Empire, fairly gallops past in this 1997 Herbert Wernicke production staged at the Theatre de la Monnaie in Brussels. Based on Offenbach's meatier second version (1874) of the Orpheus legend, it features nicely judged performances across the board and some stunning special effects, notably the explosive locomotive crash signalling the breach of the divide between Heaven and Hell. Satire reigns, not least in the reactionary figure of Public Opinion, a pinny-clad bossy boots with a hint of Dame Edna Everage about her. Olympus is a moribund salon full of bored Gods, sick of the Ambrosian diet.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Théâtre Royal de la Monnaie
- Arthaus Musik
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orphée aux Enfers about?
Orphée aux Enfers, Offenbach's riotous parody of the dissipations of French life in the Second Empire, fairly gallops past in this 1997 Herbert Wernicke production staged at the Theatre de la Monn...
Who directed Orphée aux Enfers?
Orphée aux Enfers was directed by Herbert Wernicke.
How long is Orphée aux Enfers?
Orphée aux Enfers has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Orphée aux Enfers released?
Orphée aux Enfers was released on May 1, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Orphée aux Enfers?
The main cast of Orphée aux Enfers includes Alexandru Badea, Elizabeth Vidal, Dale Duesing, Reinaldo Macias, Marie-Noëlle de Callataÿ.