Semele
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Semele is a music/drama film. directed by Rebecca Tansley. With a runtime of 2h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Emma Pearson, Amitai Pati, and Sarah Castle
Synopsis
Mythology goes to church in New Zealand Opera's unique, site-specific staging of Handel's baroque masterpiece. This sensual story explores a love triangle between Jupiter, King of the Gods, his wife, the goddess Juno, and his lover, the mortal but overly ambitious princess Semele. This engrossing film of an in-the-round live performance showcases Handel's exquisitely lyrical music and presents a powerful story of ambition that is as relevant today as it was when written nearly three centuries ago.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 28, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
2h 27m
147 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Greenstone TV
- New Zealand Opera
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Semele about?
Mythology goes to church in New Zealand Opera's unique, site-specific staging of Handel's baroque masterpiece. This sensual story explores a love triangle between Jupiter, King of the Gods, his wif...
Who directed Semele?
Semele was directed by Rebecca Tansley.
How long is Semele?
Semele has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).
When was Semele released?
Semele was released on October 28, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Semele?
The main cast of Semele includes Emma Pearson, Amitai Pati, Sarah Castle, Paul Whelan, Stephen Diaz.