Bizet: Carmen
"Georges Bizet's opera comique live at the Opéra Bastille, Paris on March 7th, 2017"
Originally released in 2017. Bizet: Carmen is a drama film. directed by Calixto Bieito. With a runtime of 2h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Roberto Alagna, Clémentine Margaine, and Roberto Tagliavini
Synopsis
With a devilish sway of the hips and a hint of Andalusian flair, Carmen, the beautiful cigar-maker sets her sights on a soldier: Don José. Fate will do the rest. Composed to a libretto by Meilhac and Halévy based on Prosper Mérimée’s novella, the opera exploded the boundaries between tragedy and comedy with a modernity that caused a scandal at the time. Can we kill the one we love with love? The fiery beauty of Bizet’s music, where one unforgettable aria follows another, has worked year in, year out to make it the world’s most performed opera.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 7, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
2h 30m
150 minutes total
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Opéra National de Paris
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bizet: Carmen about?
With a devilish sway of the hips and a hint of Andalusian flair, Carmen, the beautiful cigar-maker sets her sights on a soldier: Don José. Fate will do the rest. Composed to a libretto by Meilhac ...
Who directed Bizet: Carmen?
Bizet: Carmen was directed by Calixto Bieito.
How long is Bizet: Carmen?
Bizet: Carmen has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
When was Bizet: Carmen released?
Bizet: Carmen was released on March 7, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bizet: Carmen?
The main cast of Bizet: Carmen includes Roberto Alagna, Clémentine Margaine, Roberto Tagliavini, Aleksandra Kurzak, Vannina Santoni.