Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - The Magic Flute (The Metropolitan Opera HD)
by Julie Taymor
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Actor: Matthew PolenzaniDirector: Julie Taymor
Conductor: James Levine
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, Digital Sound
Picture Format: 1.78:1
Studio: Metropolitan Opera
Product features:
- DVD
- Metropolitan Opera Production
- Conducted by James Levine
- Directed by Julie Taymor
DVD Reviews of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - The Magic Flute (The Metropolitan Opera HD)
DVD Review: "I wanted magic and I got it!(mostly)"
Summary: 4 Stars
This is the much anticipated release of the first HD broadcast by the Met from 2 years ago. I saw it in the theater and was overwhelmed by the spectacular effects and, although I am not a big fan of abridged works as well as works not done in the original language, these concerns were dispelled by this production. It continues to play well on second and third viewings-something I cannot say for all video opera productions. With the exception of Rene Pape, none of the principal performers are operatic household names although, Nathan Gunn, a relative newcomer, steals the show as Papageno. Close seconds are Greg Fedderly (Monostatos) and Jennifer Aylmer (Papagena).
While the whole show is largely enjoyable, there are some caveats for diehard opera fans. The principal female roles of Pamina and Queen of the Night are somewhat disappointing both in their characterization and delivery of their big arias. Matthew Polezani (Tamino) is not a very interesting performer in this production; his stiffness in this role is in sharp contrast to the dynamic performance of Nathan Gunn.
The surround soundtrack lacks ambience and crispness.
These caveats aside, I think that most viewers will enjoy this version for its showmanship, humor (it is after all a comic opera), and visual impact.
Description of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - The Magic Flute (The Metropolitan Opera HD)
The Magic Flute on DVD! Experience Julie Taymor's breathtaking production of Mozart's timeless operatic fairy tale in an abridged, English-language presentation for families. This newly released DVD of Taymor's staging was featured as the inaugural transmission of the Met's Emmy Award-winning Live in HD series in 2006. Conducted by Met Music Director James Levine, the 110-minute production, with English translation by J.D. McClatchy, was created to appeal to music lovers of all ages. Heading the cast are Ying Huang as Pamina, Erika Miklósa as Queen of the Night, Matthew Polenzani as Tamino, Nathan Gunn as Papageno, and René Pape as Sarastro.Bestsellers in DVD
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