Idomeneo
"Film with music from Mozart's opera of the same name"
Originally released in 1988. Idomeneo is a music film. directed by Michael Kreihsl.
Starring Josef Griesser, Joachim Bauer, and Elke Heinbücher
Synopsis
Idomeneus, King of Crete, one of the great heroes during the total destruction of the famous city of Troy was sailing back to his realm when a terrible storm broke loose near the city of Sidon. The storm was of such violence that in his fear Idomeneus made a solemn promise to Neptune, God of the Seas, to sacrifice the first person -no matter who it be- that he would meet on the shore if he and his people would only get there safely.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Hochschule für Musik und darstellende Kunst, Wien
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idomeneo about?
Idomeneus, King of Crete, one of the great heroes during the total destruction of the famous city of Troy was sailing back to his realm when a terrible storm broke loose near the city of Sidon. The...
Who directed Idomeneo?
Idomeneo was directed by Michael Kreihsl.
How long is Idomeneo?
Idomeneo has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Idomeneo released?
Idomeneo was released on January 1, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Idomeneo?
The main cast of Idomeneo includes Josef Griesser, Joachim Bauer, Elke Heinbücher, Marisa Fernandino, Uli Hoffmann.