The Pit
Originally released in 2016. The Pit is a documentary film. directed by Danila Okulov. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
As a student at the National Music Academy in Kyiv, Denis takes his graduation project very seriously. But he doesn’t want to be absorbed by the routine of formal examinations. He decides to revisit and present a new edition of The Barber of Seville, bringing to the stage young and unknown vocal talents, and motivating the artists to sing and recite in Italian, the opera’s original language. What does it mean to be both a student and a conductor? How do you deal with organisational problems and a hostile orchestra, unwilling to collaborate? How do you get through all of this without lowering the artistic standards your mentor has been teaching you for the past few years?
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- UK
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pit about?
As a student at the National Music Academy in Kyiv, Denis takes his graduation project very seriously. But he doesn’t want to be absorbed by the routine of formal examinations. He decides to revi...
Who directed The Pit?
The Pit was directed by Danila Okulov.
How long is The Pit?
The Pit has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was The Pit released?
The Pit was released on October 18, 2016 in theaters.