Andrea Chenier (1973)
What is virtue? Reason put into practice?
France, 1792. Chenier is an idealistic poet, in love with the aristocratic Maddalena. While Chenier supports such notions as "liberte, fraternite egalite," his sympathies do not extend to the current Reign of Terror. Likewise, the Revolutionary Tribunal has no need for poets or their girlfriends, especially those judged to be an Enemy of the State. Heads will roll.
Director: Václav Kašlík
Genre: Music
Runtime: 112 min
Release Date: February 19, 1973
Cast
- Franco Corelli - Andrea Chenier
- Celestina Casapietra - Maddalena
- Piero Cappuccilli - Gerard
- Giovanna di Rocco - Bersi
- Gabriella Carturan - Contessa di Coigny
- Cristina Anghelakova - Madelon
- Luigi Roni - Roucher
- Ermanno Lorenzi - Incredible
- Florindo Andreolli - Abate
- Bruno Bartoletti - Conductor
Screenplay
Music: Umberto Giordano
Production: Hardy Classic Video
Country: Italy
Original Language: en
Keywords
opera
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Andrea Chenier about?
- France, 1792. Chenier is an idealistic poet, in love with the aristocratic Maddalena. While Chenier supports such notions as "liberte, fraternite egalite," his sympathies do not extend to the current Reign of Terror. Likewise, the Revolutionary Tribunal has no need for poets or their girlfriends, especially those judged to be an Enemy of the State. Heads will roll.
- Who directed Andrea Chenier?
- Andrea Chenier was directed by Václav Kašlík.
- Who stars in Andrea Chenier?
- Andrea Chenier stars Franco Corelli, Celestina Casapietra, Piero Cappuccilli, Giovanna di Rocco, Gabriella Carturan, Cristina Anghelakova.
- How long is Andrea Chenier?
- Andrea Chenier has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).
- What genre is Andrea Chenier?
- Andrea Chenier is a Music film.
- Where was Andrea Chenier produced?
- Andrea Chenier was produced in Italy.