The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure
Originally released in 1992. The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure is a music film. directed by Harry Kupfer. With a runtime of 3h 57m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Poul Elming, Nadine Secunde, and Matthias Hölle
Synopsis
FIRST DAY OF THE RING CYCLE. Fleeing for his life, Siegmund seeks shelter at Sieglinde's house. Her husband Hunding happens to be one of Siegmund's pursuers, and the two of them must cross swords the next day. As Siegmund laments his lack of a weapon, Sieglinde directs him to the sword Nothung stuck in an ash tree. Despite discovering they are twin siblings, the two fall in love. The King of Gods Wotan, their father, sends his Valkyrie daughter Brünnhilde to aid Siegmund. Fricka protests, and Wotan uses his spear to break Siegmund's sword during the battle. Siegmund is slain, but Brünnhilde rescues both the sword fragments and Sieglinde who is pregnant with Siegmund's child Siegfried. Wotan is angry that she intervened, but since Brünnhilde is his favorite child, he merely strips her of immortality and sends her into an enchanted sleep, surrounded by fire. Filmed at the Bayreuth Festspielhaus in June & July 1992.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 15, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
3h 57m
237 minutes total
User Rating
9.0/10
Excellent (4 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Bayreuther Festspiele
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure about?
FIRST DAY OF THE RING CYCLE. Fleeing for his life, Siegmund seeks shelter at Sieglinde's house. Her husband Hunding happens to be one of Siegmund's pursuers, and the two of them must cross swords t...
Who directed The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure?
The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure was directed by Harry Kupfer.
How long is The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure?
The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure has a runtime of 3 hours and 57 minutes (237 minutes total).
When was The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure released?
The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure was released on June 15, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure?
The main cast of The Ring Cycle: Die Walkure includes Poul Elming, Nadine Secunde, Matthias Hölle, John Tomlinson, Anne Evans.