Krútňava (2008)

Eugen Suchoň's Krútňava is the first Slovak national opera featuring folk dances, customs, and folk song motifs. It is also a thrilling, psychologically sophisticated musical drama. Suchoň's Krútňava was written between 1941 and 1949 and premiered in 1949 at the Slovak National Theater. The opera had a turbulent history and was even adapted in the 1950s to meet the political requirements of the regime at the time. It was performed with great success at all opera houses in Czechoslovakia and also at many theaters abroad (in Budapest, Moscow, Berlin, Leipzig, Munich, and Antwerp).

Director: Juraj Jakubisko
Genre: Music
Runtime: 140 min
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Country: Slovakia
Language: Slovenčina
Original Language: sk
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Krútňava about?
Eugen Suchoň's Krútňava is the first Slovak national opera featuring folk dances, customs, and folk song motifs. It is also a thrilling, psychologically sophisticated musical drama. Suchoň's Krútňava was written between 1941 and 1949 and premiered in 1949 at the Slovak National Theater. The opera had a turbulent history and was even adapted in the 1950s to meet the political requirements of the regime at the time. It was performed with great success at all opera houses in Czechoslovakia and also at many theaters abroad (in Budapest, Moscow, Berlin, Leipzig, Munich, and Antwerp).
Who directed Krútňava?
Krútňava was directed by Juraj Jakubisko.
How long is Krútňava?
Krútňava has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).
What genre is Krútňava?
Krútňava is a Music film.
Where was Krútňava produced?
Krútňava was produced in Slovakia.