Carlisle Floyd: Susannah
Originally released in 2017. Carlisle Floyd: Susannah is a music/drama film. directed by Michael Unger.
Starring Susan Hellman Spatafora, Todd Donovan, and Scott Wichael
Synopsis
“Carlisle Floyd is one of America’s foremost composers. Though he has written in other forms, he is renowned for his operas, for which he also writes the libretti. The most famous and popular is his third opera, Susannah, premiered in 1955 and the second most preformed in all American operas. Updated and set in Tennessee, it is loosely based on the Apocryphal tale of Susannah and the Elders. The work is rooted in vernacular folk melodies, hymns, and contains soaring melodic beauty.” In the opera 'Susannah;’ Susannah Polk becomes the target of false accusations and scandalous rumors spread by the local church community. Her innocence is challenged, leading to tragic consequences as Susannah fights to defend her honor and integrity in the face of small-town prejudice and bigotry.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Greyhouse Films
- St. Petersburg Opera
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle Floyd: Susannah about?
“Carlisle Floyd is one of America’s foremost composers. Though he has written in other forms, he is renowned for his operas, for which he also writes the libretti. The most famous and popular i...
Who directed Carlisle Floyd: Susannah?
Carlisle Floyd: Susannah was directed by Michael Unger.
How long is Carlisle Floyd: Susannah?
Carlisle Floyd: Susannah has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Carlisle Floyd: Susannah released?
Carlisle Floyd: Susannah was released on May 1, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Carlisle Floyd: Susannah?
The main cast of Carlisle Floyd: Susannah includes Susan Hellman Spatafora, Todd Donovan, Scott Wichael, Anthony Wright Webb, Brian Wehrle.