Janacek: Jenufa (2009)
Leos Janáček's Jenůfa performed at the Teatro Real, Madrid
"Yenufa" is an outstanding phenomenon in the music of the 20th century. Drawing on Moravian folklore, Janáček faithfully and deeply conveyed the drama of a peasant girl. The composer followed the path of Mussorgsky, revealing the spiritual life of people through the recreation of intonations of living speech. The libretto is based on a drama written in a naturalistic manner. Free from naturalism, Janáček's music has powerful emotional strength and psychological truth. It was written during a difficult period in the composer's life (illness and death of his daughter).
Director: Stéphane Braunschweig
Genre: Music
Runtime: 167 min
Release Date: January 1, 2009
Cast
- Amanda Roocroft - Jenůfa
- Deborah Polaski - Kostelnička
- Miroslav Dvorský - Laca Klemen
- Nikolai Schukoff - Števa Buryja
- Mette Ejsing - Grandmother Buryjovka
- Kàroly Szemerèdy - Foreman of the mill
- Sandra Ferrández - Barena
Production: Opus Arte
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
Keywords
opera
More Films by Director: Stéphane Braunschweig
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Janacek: Jenufa about?
- "Yenufa" is an outstanding phenomenon in the music of the 20th century. Drawing on Moravian folklore, Janáček faithfully and deeply conveyed the drama of a peasant girl. The composer followed the path of Mussorgsky, revealing the spiritual life of people through the recreation of intonations of living speech. The libretto is based on a drama written in a naturalistic manner. Free from naturalism, Janáček's music has powerful emotional strength and psychological truth. It was written during a difficult period in the composer's life (illness and death of his daughter).
- Who directed Janacek: Jenufa?
- Janacek: Jenufa was directed by Stéphane Braunschweig.
- Who stars in Janacek: Jenufa?
- Janacek: Jenufa stars Amanda Roocroft, Deborah Polaski, Miroslav Dvorský, Nikolai Schukoff, Mette Ejsing, Kàroly Szemerèdy.
- How long is Janacek: Jenufa?
- Janacek: Jenufa has a runtime of 2h 47m (167 minutes).
- What genre is Janacek: Jenufa?
- Janacek: Jenufa is a Music film.