Verdi: Aida
"Aida (2006) Teatro alla Scala. Verdi / Italian."
Originally released in 2006. Verdi: Aida is a music film. directed by Franco Zeffirelli. With a runtime of 2h 38m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Violeta Urmana, Roberto Alagna, and Ildikó Komlósi
Synopsis
Early recordings of Franco Zeffirelli's 2006 production of Verdi's opera which saw Roberto Alagna's high-profile exit during the second performance. Egypt and Ethiopia are at war. Radames is appointed commander of the Egyptian forces by the King, whose daughter, Amneris, loves Radames. It is in fact Amneris' Ethiopian slave Aida whom Radames loves. Ramades wins the war against the Ethiopians, capturing Aida's father Amonasro in the process. On his return to Egypt he faces a choice between marrying Amneris or betraying his country through his love for Aida.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
2h 38m
158 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Decca
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verdi: Aida about?
Early recordings of Franco Zeffirelli's 2006 production of Verdi's opera which saw Roberto Alagna's high-profile exit during the second performance. Egypt and Ethiopia are at war. Radames is appoin...
Who directed Verdi: Aida?
Verdi: Aida was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
How long is Verdi: Aida?
Verdi: Aida has a runtime of 2 hours and 38 minutes (158 minutes total).
When was Verdi: Aida released?
Verdi: Aida was released on December 14, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Verdi: Aida?
The main cast of Verdi: Aida includes Violeta Urmana, Roberto Alagna, Ildikó Komlósi, Giorgio Giuseppini, Carlo Guelfi.