Information
Release DateJanuary 16, 1965
Runtime1h 45m
StatusReleased
ProductionUnitel, Deutsche Grammophon
LanguagesItalian
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Synopsis
In the early 1960s two artistic giants, conductor Herbert von Karajan and director Franco Zeffirelli, joined forces to create this milestone production of Puccini’s masterpiece at Milan’s Teatro alla Scala. Filmed in that legendary opera house in 1965, with Zeffireli himself directing for the cameras, this “Bohème” has been acclaimed universally for its unique theatrical impact and visual splendour. Starring the young Mirella Freni in her carreer-making performance. – For the first time the full dimension of opera on film.
Cast & Crew
Director
Featured Cast
Gianni Raimondi
Rodolfo, ein Poet
Rolando Panerai
Marcello, ein Maler
Gianni Maffeo
Schaunard, ein Musiker
Ivo Vinco
Colline, ein Philosoph
Carlo Badioli
Benoit, ein Hausherr
