Clavigo (1999)
Ballet in two parts after Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Inspired by Goethe's early romantic play Clavigo, Roland Petit's ballet recounts the agonies of a weak-willed lover torn between the contradictory promptings of his heart and his evil spirit, which urges him to serve his own interests and forsake true love in favor of a life of debauchery. Recorded live at the Opera National de Paris, Palais Garnier, October 1999.
Director: François Roussillon
Genre: Music
Runtime: 87 min
Release Date: October 1, 1999
Cast
- Nicolas Le Riche - Clavigo
- Clairemarie Osta - Marie, a young woman
- Marie-Agnès Gillot - The Stranger
- Yann Saïz - Beaumarchais, Marie's brother
- Yann Bridard - Carlos, a friend
Screenplay
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Original Story)
Music: Gabriel Yared
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
Keywords
dance
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Clavigo about?
- Inspired by Goethe's early romantic play Clavigo, Roland Petit's ballet recounts the agonies of a weak-willed lover torn between the contradictory promptings of his heart and his evil spirit, which urges him to serve his own interests and forsake true love in favor of a life of debauchery. Recorded live at the Opera National de Paris, Palais Garnier, October 1999.
- Who directed Clavigo?
- Clavigo was directed by François Roussillon.
- Who stars in Clavigo?
- Clavigo stars Nicolas Le Riche, Clairemarie Osta, Marie-Agnès Gillot, Yann Saïz, Yann Bridard.
- How long is Clavigo?
- Clavigo has a runtime of 1h 27m (87 minutes).
- What genre is Clavigo?
- Clavigo is a Music film.