Ernani (1983)

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Verdi's early masterpiece is based on a Victor Hugo play with a complicated plot concerning a young woman and the three men vying for her affections—her elderly uncle, a king destined to become Holy Roman Emperor, and a bandit who is actually an overthrown nobleman. Though there is plenty of action arising from the various passions and grudges scattered among these characters, the opera is best appreciated as a feast of beautiful and dramatic Italianate singing. With virtuosic roles for a quartet of principals, the opera delivers one feat of heroic vocalism after another.

Director: Kirk Browning, Pier Luigi Samaritani
Runtime: 140 min
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Music: Giuseppe Verdi
Country: United States of America
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
More Films by Director: Kirk Browning, Pier Luigi Samaritani

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ernani about?
Verdi's early masterpiece is based on a Victor Hugo play with a complicated plot concerning a young woman and the three men vying for her affections—her elderly uncle, a king destined to become Holy Roman Emperor, and a bandit who is actually an overthrown nobleman. Though there is plenty of action arising from the various passions and grudges scattered among these characters, the opera is best appreciated as a feast of beautiful and dramatic Italianate singing. With virtuosic roles for a quartet of principals, the opera delivers one feat of heroic vocalism after another.
Who directed Ernani?
Ernani was directed by Kirk Browning, Pier Luigi Samaritani.
Who stars in Ernani?
Ernani stars Luciano Pavarotti, Leona Mitchell, Sherrill Milnes, Ruggero Raimondi, Charles Anthony, Richard Vernon.
How long is Ernani?
Ernani has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).
Where was Ernani produced?
Ernani was produced in United States of America.