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Giuseppe Verdi - Otello DVD 2001 Jon Vickers, Mirella Freni - Peter Glossop / Berliner Philharmoniker - Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin / Conducted by Herbert Von Karajan

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Giuseppe Verdi - Otello DVD 2001 Jon Vickers, Mirella Freni - Peter Glossop / Berliner Philharmoniker - Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin / Conducted by Herbert Von Karajan

  • UPC 044007300695
  • REGION 0 NTSC DVD (REGION FREE)
  • MADE IN GERMANY
  • AUDIO: Italian 2.0
  • SUBTITLES: Italian, English, French, German, Chinese
  • Total Runtime: 140 minutes

 

Summary:

Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece, "Otello" by Giuseppe Verdi, with this captivating 2001 DVD production. Presented by the esteemed Berliner Philharmoniker and Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin, under the masterful baton of Herbert Von Karajan, this rendition of the opera in four acts is a true marvel.

Cast:

  • Jon Vickers
  • Mirella Freni
  • Peter Glossop

Overview:

Jon Vickers, celebrated as the quintessential interpreter of Otello, delivers a performance of exceptional intensity in this production. The debate over the greatest Otello of the twentieth century has been longstanding, yet Vickers' portrayal stands out for its Shakespearean grandeur and emotional depth. In Roger Benamou's 1973 film adaptation of the opera, accompanied by Herbert von Karajan's conducting of the Berlin Philharmonic, Vickers' rendition is nothing short of a profound exploration of torment. His ability to infuse each moment with raw and palpable emotion, particularly in the aftermath of Desdemona's tragic fate (Mirella Freni), is truly extraordinary. This portrayal of "Otello" remains an enduring testament to one of the most emotionally resonant characterizations ever captured on film.

Highlighted Tracks:

  • Una vela! Una vela!
  • Esultate!
  • Fuoco di gioia!
  • Già nella notte densa (Love Duet)
  • Non ti crucciar
  • Vanne, la tua meta gia vedo...Credo in un Dio crudel
  • Era più calmo?
  • "Piangea cantando nell'erma landa..."
  • Ave Maria, piena di grazia
  • Niun mi tema

This rendition of "Otello" exemplifies the sheer power of Verdi's music, elevated by the exceptional cast and Herbert Von Karajan's masterful direction. With a total runtime of 140 minutes, this production encapsulates a blend of musical excellence and dramatic brilliance that is sure to enrapture any aficionado of classical opera.

 
 
 
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