Wagner: Tristan und Isolde
"Richard Wagner's opera live at the Opéra Bastille, Paris on September 11th, 2018"
Originally released in 2018. Wagner: Tristan und Isolde is a drama film. directed by Peter Sellars. With a runtime of 4h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Andreas Schager, Martina Serafin, and René Pape
Synopsis
Motivated by the love that bound him to Mathilda Wesendonck, Richard Wagner’s composition of Tristan und Isolde goes far beyond any simple operatic gesture. Peter Sellars’ production pours oil onto this troubled sea of emotions in an almost dematerialised setting bared of all earthly contingencies whilst Bill Viola presents the lovers’ initiatory quest for nirvana in videos detached from the stage, suspended like altarpieces.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 11, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
4h 20m
260 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Opéra National de Paris
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wagner: Tristan und Isolde about?
Motivated by the love that bound him to Mathilda Wesendonck, Richard Wagner’s composition of Tristan und Isolde goes far beyond any simple operatic gesture. Peter Sellars’ production pours oil ...
Who directed Wagner: Tristan und Isolde?
Wagner: Tristan und Isolde was directed by Peter Sellars.
How long is Wagner: Tristan und Isolde?
Wagner: Tristan und Isolde has a runtime of 4 hours and 20 minutes (260 minutes total).
When was Wagner: Tristan und Isolde released?
Wagner: Tristan und Isolde was released on September 11, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wagner: Tristan und Isolde?
The main cast of Wagner: Tristan und Isolde includes Andreas Schager, Martina Serafin, René Pape, Matthias Goerne, Ekaterina Gubanova.