Turandot
Originally released in 2013. Turandot is a music film. directed by Cameron Kirkpatrick. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Susan Foster, Jud Arthur, and Rosario La Spina
Synopsis
Puccini s last and unfinished opera tells the tale of Turandot, the cruel daughter of the Chinese emperor, who demands that her suitors correctly answer three riddles. If they fail they are beheaded. Turandot does this in memory of a female ancestor who was brutally ravished and murdered by a marauding prince. Many have failed her test, the latest being the Prince of Persia who will be executed at moonrise. Watching is Calaf, son of the King of Tartary, who on seeing Turandot is captivated by her beauty and he takes up the challenge. With Rosario La Spina cast as Calaf, Susan Foster as the icy princess and Hyeseoung Kwon as the loyal slave girl Liù, the singing throughout is superlative. The choreography and direction of Graeme Murphy is visionary, add the set and costume designs of Kristian Fredrikson, and the lighting of John Drummond Montgomery and this production is glorious in its beauty.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 2013
13 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
Language
Italian
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turandot about?
Puccini s last and unfinished opera tells the tale of Turandot, the cruel daughter of the Chinese emperor, who demands that her suitors correctly answer three riddles. If they fail they are beheade...
Who directed Turandot?
Turandot was directed by Cameron Kirkpatrick.
How long is Turandot?
Turandot has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was Turandot released?
Turandot was released on January 21, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Turandot?
The main cast of Turandot includes Susan Foster, Jud Arthur, Rosario La Spina, Hyeseoung Kwon, Andrew Moran.