Orpheus and Eurydice (1986)

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The opera-film, as opposed to Gluck's Vienna version, is a recollection of the ancient tragic Greek myth. Orpheus, who is able to defeat Hades with the power of art, is unable to conquer his own human defects. Amor is sympathetic to Orpheus' sufferings as he mourns his dead beloved, and lets him know the message sent by the Gods, namely that he may take her home from the underworld if he is capable of not looking at her.

Director: István Gaál
Genre: Music, Drama
Runtime: 95 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Christoph Willibald Gluck
Cinematography: József Lörincz, Sándor Sára
Editing: István Gaál
Production: Budapest Filmstúdió
Country: Hungary
Language: Magyar, Italiano
Original Language: hu
More Films by Director: István Gaál
More Films in Genre: Music, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orpheus and Eurydice about?
The opera-film, as opposed to Gluck's Vienna version, is a recollection of the ancient tragic Greek myth. Orpheus, who is able to defeat Hades with the power of art, is unable to conquer his own human defects. Amor is sympathetic to Orpheus' sufferings as he mourns his dead beloved, and lets him know the message sent by the Gods, namely that he may take her home from the underworld if he is capable of not looking at her.
Who directed Orpheus and Eurydice?
Orpheus and Eurydice was directed by István Gaál.
Who stars in Orpheus and Eurydice?
Orpheus and Eurydice stars Sándor Téri, Lajos Miller, Enikő Eszenyi, Maddalena Bonifacio, Ákos Sebestyén, Veronika Kincses.
How long is Orpheus and Eurydice?
Orpheus and Eurydice has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is Orpheus and Eurydice?
Orpheus and Eurydice is a Music, Drama film.
Where was Orpheus and Eurydice produced?
Orpheus and Eurydice was produced in Hungary.