Verdi: Don Carlo
Originally released in 2005. Verdi: Don Carlo is a music film. directed by Willy Decker. With a runtime of 3h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Robert Lloyd, Rolando Villazón, and Amanda Roocroft
Synopsis
In this majestic production of Verdi’s Don Carlo, Riccardo Chailly’s qualities as a Verdi conductor are brilliantly displayed in the dramatic precision and transparent instrumental detail he draws from both orchestra and cast. Willy Decker directs a wonderful piece of stagecraft, letting the tragedy unwind with minimal, yet telling, interventions. The drama takes place in the mausoleum of Filippo II’s Escorial, where the tombs of countless generations of Spanish royalty line the walls. Filippo’s confrontation with Il grande inquisitore - which takes place over his own coffin, its resting place in the wall ready and waiting - is chillingly symbolic, as are the feet of the giant crucifix that hangs over Don Carlo as he sees his life sacrificed by his father.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verdi: Don Carlo about?
In this majestic production of Verdi’s Don Carlo, Riccardo Chailly’s qualities as a Verdi conductor are brilliantly displayed in the dramatic precision and transparent instrumental detail he dr...
Who directed Verdi: Don Carlo?
Verdi: Don Carlo was directed by Willy Decker.
How long is Verdi: Don Carlo?
Verdi: Don Carlo has a runtime of 3 hours and 19 minutes (199 minutes total).
When was Verdi: Don Carlo released?
Verdi: Don Carlo was released on August 30, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Verdi: Don Carlo?
The main cast of Verdi: Don Carlo includes Robert Lloyd, Rolando Villazón, Amanda Roocroft, Violeta Urmana, Dwayne Croft.