The idea of putting a movie inside of movie isn’t new, just look at films like “Matinee” (1993) and “The Stunt Man” (1980). But what about an opera inside an opera-based film? This is also not new. For example, the 1947 British film, “Take My Life.” For British director Henry Cass, however, the idea was realized in his 1949 film, {…}
Back in April, Searchlight Pictures released the film “Chevalier” about Joseph Bologne, one of the most acclaimed black composers of his generation. The film premiered to rave reviews at the Toronto Film Festival and was distributed theatrically throughout the USA. A few months ago, the company released it on Hulu for streaming. With the film now widely available, OperaWire had {…}
(Credit: Curtis Opera Theatre) On November 6, 2021, the Curtis Opera Theatre presented the premiere of “MERCY,” a filmed reimagining of Mozart’s “La Clemenza di Tito.” This new version, by co-writers and co-directors Chas Rader-Shieber and Alek Shrader, uses a re-orchestrated score and cinematography to create an innovative experience. Singers from the Curtis Opera Theatre were accompanied by a small {…}
According to Platea Magazine, a new film about the life of Rubén Amoretti, titled “El pescador de perlas,” will be shot in the singer’s hometown of Burgos over the summer of 2020. Directed by Alejandro Toledo with screenplay by Gregory Jordan, the film will include scenes shot at important locations, such as the Teatro Principal. Amoretti himself will not star in the {…}
A new documentary exploring the life and career of legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti will hit select theatres on June 7, 2019. The first look at the film debuted during the 61st Grammy Awards. “PAVAROTTI” will feature clips of the singer’s finest performances, as well as never-before-seen footage, giving audiences “a stunningly intimate portrait of the most beloved opera singer of {…}
This week Paramount Pictures will release the award winning “Florence Foster Jenkins” on DVD and Blu-Ray. Based on a real life story, the film tells the story of a New York heiress who dreamed of becoming an opera singer, despite having a terrible singing voice. Directed by Stephen Frears, the movie stars Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant and Simon Helberg. Rising Opera {…}
