Actor and writer Stephen Fry explores his passion for the world’s most controversial composer - Richard Wagner. But Stephen is Jewish and lost family members in the Holocaust, so can he salvage the music he loves from its dark association with anti-semitism and the Nazis? Shot on location in Germany, Switzerland and Russia, the film includes unique behind-the-scenes access to the Bayreuth Festival, the annual extravaganza of Wagner’s music held in the composer’s own purpose built theatre. Animated by Stephen Fry’s trademark wit and intelligence, and featuring a soundtrack of Wagner’s extraordinary music, this is a fantastic introduction to the life and legacy of one of the most important composers ever, and a must-see film for those who already know and love his music. |
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Ratings: | IMDB: 7.0/10 | |
Released: | June 21, 2012 | |
Runtime: | 89 min | |
Genres: | Documentary History Biography | |
Companies: | First Run Features BBC | |
Cast: | Stephen Fry | |
Crew: | Patrick McGrady | |
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