Offenbach's Secret
Offenbachs Geheimnis
Synopsis
Academy Award winner Istvan Szabo brings to the screen Offenbach's operettas set against the backdrop of power and intrigue in 19th century Paris. Offenbach's Secret follows the staging of Croquefer and Les deux Aveugles at the Theatre des Bouffes-Parisiens founded by Offenbach in 1855. Limited by French law to one act with no more than three singers, Offenbach's early operettas were filled with biting social commentary and poked fun at the moral ambiguity of France's Second Empire under Napoleon III. In addition to Offenbach's vivacious music, the film features lush costumes, period details, and striking set designs.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- István Szabó
- Screenplay & Story
- Ottokar Runze
- Original Title
- Offenbachs Geheimnis
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
István Szabó
Ottokar Runze
Department Leadership Roster
István Szabó
Director
Ottokar Runze
Writer
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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What is Offenbach's Secret about?
Academy Award winner Istvan Szabo brings to the screen Offenbach's operettas set against the backdrop of power and intrigue in 19th century Paris. Offenbach's Secret follows the staging of Croquefer and Les deux Aveugles at the Theatre des Bouffes-Parisiens founded by Offenbach in 1855. Limited by French law to one act with no more than three singers, Offenbach's early operettas were filled with biting social commentary and poked fun at the moral ambiguity of France's Second Empire under Napoleon III. In addition to Offenbach's vivacious music, the film features lush costumes, period details, and striking set designs.
Who directed Offenbach's Secret?
Offenbach's Secret was directed by István Szabó.
Who stars in Offenbach's Secret?
The principal cast of Offenbach's Secret includes Laurence Dale, Graham Clark, Tamás Jordán, Pál Makrai.
When was Offenbach's Secret released and how long is it?
Offenbach's Secret was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Offenbach's Secret?
Offenbach's Secret holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).