Madama Butterfly
Originally released in 2004. Madama Butterfly is a music film. directed by Tiziano Mancini. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, and Juan Pons
Synopsis
Japan, early twentieth century. U.S. Navy Lieutenant B.F. Pinkerton inspects the house he has leased from a marriage broker. The broker, Goro, has procured him three servants and a geisha wife, Cio-Cio-San, known as Madama Butterfly. He is enchanted with the fragile Cio-Cio-San. Cio-Cio-San is heard in the distance joyously singing of her wedding. In a quiet moment, Cio-Cio-San shows her bridegroom her few earthly treasures and tells him of her intention to embrace his Christian faith. The Imperial Commissioner performs the wedding ceremony, and the guests toast the couple. The celebration is interrupted by Cio-Cio-San's uncle, a Buddhist priest, who bursts in, cursing the girl for having renounced her ancestors' religion. Alone with Cio-Cio-San in the moonlit garden, her husband dries her tears, and she joins him in singing of their love.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 8, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Top Cast
Daniela Dessì
as Madama Butterfly (Cio-Cio-san)
Fabio Armiliato
as B. F. Pinkerton
Juan Pons
as Sharpless
Rossana Rinaldi
as Suzuki
Maria Cioppi
as Kate Pinkerton
Luca Casalin
as Goro
Marco Camastra
as Yamadori
Riccardo Zanellato
as Bonzo
Salvatore Ferrari
as Yakusidé
Stefano La Colla
as The registrar
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dynamic Srl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madama Butterfly about?
Japan, early twentieth century. U.S. Navy Lieutenant B.F. Pinkerton inspects the house he has leased from a marriage broker. The broker, Goro, has procured him three servants and a geisha wife, Cio...
Who directed Madama Butterfly?
Madama Butterfly was directed by Tiziano Mancini.
How long is Madama Butterfly?
Madama Butterfly has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was Madama Butterfly released?
Madama Butterfly was released on April 8, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Madama Butterfly?
The main cast of Madama Butterfly includes Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Juan Pons, Rossana Rinaldi, Maria Cioppi.