Offenbach's Secret (1996)
Academy Award winner Istvan Szabo brings to the screen Offenbach's operettas set against the backdrop of power and intrigue in 19th century Paris. Offenbach's Secret follows the staging of Croquefer and Les deux Aveugles at the Theatre des Bouffes-Parisiens founded by Offenbach in 1855. Limited by French law to one act with no more than three singers, Offenbach's early operettas were filled with biting social commentary and poked fun at the moral ambiguity of France's Second Empire under Napoleon III. In addition to Offenbach's vivacious music, the film features lush costumes, period details, and striking set designs.
Director: István Szabó
Genre: Music
Runtime: 97 min
Release Date: April 10, 1996
Cast
- Laurence Dale - Patachon
- Graham Clark - Girafier
- Tamás Jordán - Jacques Offenbach
- Pál Makrai - Croquefer
Screenplay
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: István Szabó
More Films in Genre: Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Offenbach's Secret about?
- Academy Award winner Istvan Szabo brings to the screen Offenbach's operettas set against the backdrop of power and intrigue in 19th century Paris. Offenbach's Secret follows the staging of Croquefer and Les deux Aveugles at the Theatre des Bouffes-Parisiens founded by Offenbach in 1855. Limited by French law to one act with no more than three singers, Offenbach's early operettas were filled with biting social commentary and poked fun at the moral ambiguity of France's Second Empire under Napoleon III. In addition to Offenbach's vivacious music, the film features lush costumes, period details, and striking set designs.
- Who directed Offenbach's Secret?
- Offenbach's Secret was directed by István Szabó.
- Who stars in Offenbach's Secret?
- Offenbach's Secret stars Laurence Dale, Graham Clark, Tamás Jordán, Pál Makrai.
- How long is Offenbach's Secret?
- Offenbach's Secret has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is Offenbach's Secret?
- Offenbach's Secret is a Music film.