Die Tote Stadt (2009)

"He who cannot live with death has no life."

Die Tote Stadt (2009) poster

"Die tote Stadt" is a psychologically layered drama with Hitchcock-like features, about Paul who, after the loss of his beloved Marie, slowly but surely becomes entangled in a dream world of obsessions and delusions. This impressive opera is a passionate as well as a surrealistic plea for mourning. "He who cannot live with death has no life."

Director: Pier Luigi Pizzi
Genre: Music, Drama
Runtime: 148 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Erich Wolfgang Korngold
Editing: Marco Scalfi
Production: Dynamic Srl
Country: Italy
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Themes

Opera Grandeur and Dramatic Voices, Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Classical Music and Art

Keywords

opera

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Die Tote Stadt about?
"Die tote Stadt" is a psychologically layered drama with Hitchcock-like features, about Paul who, after the loss of his beloved Marie, slowly but surely becomes entangled in a dream world of obsessions and delusions. This impressive opera is a passionate as well as a surrealistic plea for mourning. "He who cannot live with death has no life."
Who directed Die Tote Stadt?
Die Tote Stadt was directed by Pier Luigi Pizzi.
Who stars in Die Tote Stadt?
Die Tote Stadt stars Stefan Vinke, Solveig Kringelborn, Stephan Genz, Christa Mayer, Eleonore Marguerre, Julia Oesch.
How long is Die Tote Stadt?
Die Tote Stadt has a runtime of 2h 28m (148 minutes).
What genre is Die Tote Stadt?
Die Tote Stadt is a Music, Drama film.
Where was Die Tote Stadt produced?
Die Tote Stadt was produced in Italy.
What are the themes of Die Tote Stadt?
The themes of Die Tote Stadt include: Opera Grandeur and Dramatic Voices, Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Classical Music and Art.