Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI is a feature film. directed by Mariame Clément.
Starring Mirco Palazzi, Tim Mead, and Francesca Aspromonte
Synopsis
Thetis, mother of Achilles, disguises her son as a woman to hide him in the court of King Lycomedes of Scyros and prevent him being sent off to the Trojan War. The plan begins to come apart when Achilles, incapable of subduing his virility, falls in love with Princess Deidamia. Disguise and transvestism have been an essential part of opera plots from the Venetian origins of the genre. In line with this tradition, the story of Achilles on the Island of Scyros inspired more than 30 compositions for voice based on Metastasio’s libretto of 1737. The Italian composer Francesco Corselli was a key figure in Spanish opera of the 18th century. As Kapellmeister of the Royal Chapel of Madrid for nearly 30 years, he was the principal supplier of opera to the Spanish court. Some of these were under the artistic direction of the famous castrato Farinelli.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI about?
Thetis, mother of Achilles, disguises her son as a woman to hide him in the court of King Lycomedes of Scyros and prevent him being sent off to the Trojan War. The plan begins to come apart when Ac...
Who directed Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI?
Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI was directed by Mariame Clément.
When was Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI released?
Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI was released on February 25, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI?
The main cast of Achille in Sciro - CORSELLI includes Mirco Palazzi, Tim Mead, Francesca Aspromonte, Sabina Puértolas, Gabriel Diaz.