Manon Lescaut – The Met (2008)
One of today’s most compelling singing actresses, Karita Mattila takes on the irresistible role of Manon Lescaut, the headstrong young woman torn between a life of luxury and the call of her true love: the Chevalier des Grieux, played by Marcello Giordani. The young Puccini lavished some of his most sensual music on this early hit, conducted here by James Levine.
Director: Brian Large
Genre: Music
Runtime: 146 min
Release Date: February 16, 2008
Cast
- Karita Mattila - Manon Lescaut
- Marcello Giordani - Des Grieux
- Dwayne Croft - Lescaut
- Sean Panikkar - Edmondo
- Dale Travis - Geronte
- Renée Fleming - Self - Host
- Paul Plishka - An innkeeper
- James Courtney - A sergeant
- Tony Stevenson - A lamplighter
- Tamara Mumford - A musician
Screenplay
Music: Giacomo Puccini
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
More Films by Director: Brian Large
More Films in Genre: Music
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Manon Lescaut – The Met about?
- One of today’s most compelling singing actresses, Karita Mattila takes on the irresistible role of Manon Lescaut, the headstrong young woman torn between a life of luxury and the call of her true love: the Chevalier des Grieux, played by Marcello Giordani. The young Puccini lavished some of his most sensual music on this early hit, conducted here by James Levine.
- Who directed Manon Lescaut – The Met?
- Manon Lescaut – The Met was directed by Brian Large.
- Who stars in Manon Lescaut – The Met?
- Manon Lescaut – The Met stars Karita Mattila, Marcello Giordani, Dwayne Croft, Sean Panikkar, Dale Travis, Renée Fleming.
- How long is Manon Lescaut – The Met?
- Manon Lescaut – The Met has a runtime of 2h 26m (146 minutes).
- What genre is Manon Lescaut – The Met?
- Manon Lescaut – The Met is a Music film.