The Ring Cycle: Siegfried
Originally released in 1992. The Ring Cycle: Siegfried is a music film. directed by Horant H. Hohlfeld. With a runtime of 4h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring John Tomlinson, Siegfried Jerusalem, and Anne Evans
Synopsis
SECOND DAY OF THE RING CYCLE. Alberich's brother Mime raises the orphan Siegfried, hoping that Siegfried will kill Fafner and enable Mime to gain the ring. Mime attempts unsuccessfully to reforge the Nothung. Fulfilling prophecy, Siegfried reforges the sword himself and kills Fafner, who has the form of a dragon. When he accidentally tastes the dragon's blood spilt on his hands, Siegfried understands the song of a woodbird, who instructs him to take the Ring from Fafner. Reading Mime's thoughts of betrayal, Siegfried kills the dwarf as well. The woodbird also informs Siegfried of a mysterious woman asleep in the midst of fire, and Siegfried sets off to find her. After defeating a disguised Wotan and breaking his spear, Siegfried successfully awakes Brünnhilde, and the two fall in love. Filmed at the Bayreuth Festspielhaus in June & July 1992.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 3, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
4h 4m
244 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (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: Siegfried about?
SECOND DAY OF THE RING CYCLE. Alberich's brother Mime raises the orphan Siegfried, hoping that Siegfried will kill Fafner and enable Mime to gain the ring. Mime attempts unsuccessfully to reforge t...
Who directed The Ring Cycle: Siegfried?
The Ring Cycle: Siegfried was directed by Horant H. Hohlfeld.
How long is The Ring Cycle: Siegfried?
The Ring Cycle: Siegfried has a runtime of 4 hours and 4 minutes (244 minutes total).
When was The Ring Cycle: Siegfried released?
The Ring Cycle: Siegfried was released on July 3, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ring Cycle: Siegfried?
The main cast of The Ring Cycle: Siegfried includes John Tomlinson, Siegfried Jerusalem, Anne Evans, Graham Clark, Birgitta Svendén.