Famous Scenes from Pagliacci (1934)
Another Gem from the Treasure Chest Series.
Scenes from Ruggero Leoncavallo's opera with Canio, the clown, introducing actors who are seen in pantomime while the operatic voices are heard off-screen. Canio discovers his wife has been unfaithful but carries on with his performance.
Director: William C. deMille
Genre: Comedy, Music
Runtime: 12 min
Release Date: April 6, 1934
Cast
Screenplay
- Clara Beranger (Story)
- Ruggero Leoncavallo (Opera)
- John Erskine
Production: Fox Film Corporation, Audio Productions Inc.
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Slapstick Comedy and Chaos
Keywords
infidelity, opera, clown
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More Films by Director: William C. deMille
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Famous Scenes from Pagliacci about?
- Scenes from Ruggero Leoncavallo's opera with Canio, the clown, introducing actors who are seen in pantomime while the operatic voices are heard off-screen. Canio discovers his wife has been unfaithful but carries on with his performance.
- Who directed Famous Scenes from Pagliacci?
- Famous Scenes from Pagliacci was directed by William C. deMille.
- Who stars in Famous Scenes from Pagliacci?
- Famous Scenes from Pagliacci stars Henry Hull, Dan Gridley, Frank Chapman, Ralph Magelssen, Ross Tentone.
- How long is Famous Scenes from Pagliacci?
- Famous Scenes from Pagliacci has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
- What genre is Famous Scenes from Pagliacci?
- Famous Scenes from Pagliacci is a Comedy, Music film.
- Where was Famous Scenes from Pagliacci produced?
- Famous Scenes from Pagliacci was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Famous Scenes from Pagliacci?
- The themes of Famous Scenes from Pagliacci include: Slapstick Comedy and Chaos.