In the Penal Colony (2021)
Based on a story by Franz Kafka, this Philip Glass opera is set at the turn of the 20th century on a remote island where a high-ranking visitor arrives to witness the use of a strange machine in the execution of a prisoner. It is a parable for the consequences of the abuse of power and corruption.
Director: Arturo Bejar
Genre: Music
Runtime: 77 min
Release Date: April 13, 2021
Cast
- Robert Orth - The Officer
- Javier Abreu - The Visitor
- Michael Mohammed - The Prisoner
- David Poznanter - The Soldier
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is In the Penal Colony about?
- Based on a story by Franz Kafka, this Philip Glass opera is set at the turn of the 20th century on a remote island where a high-ranking visitor arrives to witness the use of a strange machine in the execution of a prisoner. It is a parable for the consequences of the abuse of power and corruption.
- Who directed In the Penal Colony?
- In the Penal Colony was directed by Arturo Bejar.
- Who stars in In the Penal Colony?
- In the Penal Colony stars Robert Orth, Javier Abreu, Michael Mohammed, David Poznanter.
- How long is In the Penal Colony?
- In the Penal Colony has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
- What genre is In the Penal Colony?
- In the Penal Colony is a Music film.