Description

The Giacomo Variations: A Unique Operatic Experience with John Malkovich

Product Features

Format: DVD, NTSC, Dual Layer
Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1
Audio Languages: English (GB, dialogues)/Italian (arias)
Subtitles: English (GB), German (DE), French (FR), Spanish (ES), Italian (IT)
Picture Format: 16:9
Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
Running Time: 139 minutes + 34 minutes (Bonus Material)
UPC: 807280157093
Release Year: 2011

Overview

"The Giacomo Variations" is a theatrical journey into the life and loves of Giacomo Casanova, portrayed by the illustrious John Malkovich. Set against a backdrop of period instruments performed by Orchester Wiener Akademie under the musical direction of Martin Haselböck, this production blurs the lines between opera, theater, and concert. Ingeborga Dapkunaite, Florian Boesch, and Sophie Klussmann support Malkovich in various roles that traverse the emotional spectrum of Casanova's exploits.

Key Credits

Giacomo: John Malkovich
Elisa, Giacomo IIII, Bellino, M.M., Henriette, Lucrezia: Ingeborga Dapkunaite
Stage Director: Michael Sturminger
Musical Director: Martin Haselböck

Special Features

Bonus Material: "Inside The Giacomo Variations" includes a documentary and interviews that offer a deeper insight into this unconventional approach to the operatic genre, as well as the creative process behind this ambitious project.
Reviews: Praised for its boldness and Malkovich's captivating performance, the production has been acknowledged as a playful and innovative classical evening.

Collector's Note

For enthusiasts of classical music, opera, and theater, "The Giacomo Variations" represents a unique intersection of genres, brought to life by a stellar cast and creative team. This DVD not only captures a remarkable performance but also invites viewers to explore the complexities and contradictions of one of history's most infamous lovers, through the lens of a modern-day maestro.