Madama Butterfly
"Karajan magnificent in unique treatment of familiar tragedy"
Originally released in 1974. Madama Butterfly is a music film. directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle. With a runtime of 2h 25m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mirella Freni, Plácido Domingo, and Robert Kerns
Synopsis
Mirella Freni, Placido Domingo, Christa Ludwig, and Robert Kerns star in this Jean-Pierre Ponnelle-directed version of the Puccini opera, with Herbert von Karajan conducting the Vienna Philharmonic. Madama Butterfly is a staple of the standard operatic repertoire for companies around the world, ranking 7th in the Operabase list of the most-performed operas worldwide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 14, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
2h 25m
145 minutes total
User Rating
9.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Deutsche Grammophon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madama Butterfly about?
Mirella Freni, Placido Domingo, Christa Ludwig, and Robert Kerns star in this Jean-Pierre Ponnelle-directed version of the Puccini opera, with Herbert von Karajan conducting the Vienna Philharmonic...
Who directed Madama Butterfly?
Madama Butterfly was directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle.
How long is Madama Butterfly?
Madama Butterfly has a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes (145 minutes total).
When was Madama Butterfly released?
Madama Butterfly was released on September 14, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Madama Butterfly?
The main cast of Madama Butterfly includes Mirella Freni, Plácido Domingo, Robert Kerns, Christa Ludwig, Michel Sénéchal.