Parsifal
Synopsis
A psychological interpretation of the opera mixing in references to the history of Germany, Wagner’s life, German literature and philosophy. The action is centered on Wagner’s death mask. Kundry is the main character – one might read the film as the story of her redemption rather than that of Amfortas.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Armin Jordan
Amfortas
Wolfgang Schöne
Amfortas (voice)
Martin Sperr
Titurel
Hans Tschammer
Titurel (voice)
Robert Lloyd
Gurnemanz
Michael Kutter
Parsifal 1
Karin Krick
Parsifal 2
Reiner Goldberg
Parsifal (voice)
Aage Haugland
Klingsor
Edith Clever
Kundry
Yvonne Minton
Kundry (voice)
Rudolf Gabler
Gralsritter
Urban von Klebelsberg
Gralsritter
Bruno Romani-Versteeg
Gralsritter
Gilles Cachemaille
Gralsritter (voice)
Paul Frey
Gralsritter (voice)
Monika Gärtner
Knappe
Thomas Fink
Knappe
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hans-Jürgen Syberberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Wagner
- Original Score
- Richard Wagner
- Original Title
- Parsifal
- Country of Origin
- France, Germany, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4h 5m
- Production Studios
- Bavaria Film, Artificial Eye, TMS Film GmbH, Gaumont
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hans-Jürgen Syberberg
Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner
Igor Luther
Francis Ford Coppola
Department Leadership Roster
Hans-Jürgen Syberberg
Director
Richard Wagner
Original Music Composer
Richard Wagner
Writer
Werner Achmann
Production Design
Igor Luther
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Parsifal.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Parsifal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Parsifal about?
A psychological interpretation of the opera mixing in references to the history of Germany, Wagner’s life, German literature and philosophy. The action is centered on Wagner’s death mask. Kundry is the main character – one might read the film as the story of her redemption rather than that of Amfortas.
Who directed Parsifal?
Parsifal was directed by Hans-Jürgen Syberberg.
Who stars in Parsifal?
The principal cast of Parsifal includes Armin Jordan, Wolfgang Schöne, Martin Sperr, Hans Tschammer, Robert Lloyd.
When was Parsifal released and how long is it?
Parsifal was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 4h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Parsifal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Parsifal was composed by Richard Wagner.