Saul
Originally released in 2016. Saul is a music/drama film. directed by Barrie Kosky. With a runtime of 3h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ivor Bolton, Lucy Crowe, and Sophie Bevan
Synopsis
Glyndebourne's Saul stole the summer and had critics raving. The Guardian (****) applauded virtuoso stagecraft from director Barrie Kosky in his debut production there, calling the show a theatrical and musical feast of energetic choruses, surreal choreography and gorgeous singing. For The Independent, which ranked it amongst five top classical and opera performances of 2015, there was no praise too high for the cast. The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment under Ivor Bolton sparkles from the pit with period panache, and designer Katrin Lea Tag's exuberant costumes (The Times ****) set the Old Testament story in Handel's time, with a witty twinge of the contemporary.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
3h 5m
185 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Ivor Bolton
as Conductor
Lucy Crowe
as Merab
Sophie Bevan
as Michal
Christopher Purves
as Saul/Apparition of Samuel
Iestyn Davies
as David
Paul Appleby
as Jonathan
Benjamin Hulett
as Abner/High Priest/Amalekite/Doeg
John Graham-Hall
as Witch of Endor
Alison Bury
as Orchestra Leader
Jeremy Bines
as Chorus Master
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Glyndebourne Festival Opera
- François Roussillon
- Sky Arts
- sonostream.tv
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saul about?
Glyndebourne's Saul stole the summer and had critics raving. The Guardian (****) applauded virtuoso stagecraft from director Barrie Kosky in his debut production there, calling the show a theatrica...
Who directed Saul?
Saul was directed by Barrie Kosky.
How long is Saul?
Saul has a runtime of 3 hours and 5 minutes (185 minutes total).
When was Saul released?
Saul was released on May 27, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Saul?
The main cast of Saul includes Ivor Bolton, Lucy Crowe, Sophie Bevan, Christopher Purves, Iestyn Davies.