The Flying Dutchman (1989)
lkka Backman's celebrated rendition of Wagner's opera tells the story of The Flying Dutchman, a skipper who's been banished to sea for all eternity. Staged in a large outdoor courtyard inside Finland's Olavinlinna Castle, the production features German singer Franz Grundheber in the title role and Finnish opera singer Matti Salminen as Daland, a Norwegian sea captain whose daughter Senta (Hildegard Behrens) is the love of the Dutchman's life.
Director: Ilka Bäkkman
Genre: Music, Romance, Drama
Runtime: 139 min
Release Date: January 1, 1989
Cast
- Franz Grundheber - The Dutchman
- Matti Salminen - Daland
- Raimo Sirikiä - Erik
- Anita Välkki - Mary
- Jorma Silvasti - Steersman
- Hildegard Behrens - Senta
Production: Savonlinna Opera Festival, NVC Arts
Country: Finland
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
Keywords
france, live performance, flying dutchman
More Films by Director: Ilka Bäkkman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Flying Dutchman about?
- lkka Backman's celebrated rendition of Wagner's opera tells the story of The Flying Dutchman, a skipper who's been banished to sea for all eternity. Staged in a large outdoor courtyard inside Finland's Olavinlinna Castle, the production features German singer Franz Grundheber in the title role and Finnish opera singer Matti Salminen as Daland, a Norwegian sea captain whose daughter Senta (Hildegard Behrens) is the love of the Dutchman's life.
- Who directed The Flying Dutchman?
- The Flying Dutchman was directed by Ilka Bäkkman.
- Who stars in The Flying Dutchman?
- The Flying Dutchman stars Franz Grundheber, Matti Salminen, Raimo Sirikiä, Anita Välkki, Jorma Silvasti, Hildegard Behrens.
- How long is The Flying Dutchman?
- The Flying Dutchman has a runtime of 2h 19m (139 minutes).
- What genre is The Flying Dutchman?
- The Flying Dutchman is a Music, Romance, Drama film.
- Where was The Flying Dutchman produced?
- The Flying Dutchman was produced in Finland.