Rigoletto
“A Musical Fantasy Ringing of Truth & Filled With Mystery & Love”
Synopsis
Things are not going well in the depression-era town of Castle Gate. Mr. Ribaldi, a mysterious rich man with a disfigured face and an abrasive personality, has just bought and moved into a long-vacant mansion. Bonnie, an adolescent girl who loves to sing, ends up working for Ribaldi so that her family can stay in their house. But Ribaldi is quite an accomplished musician himself, and he is soon giving Bonnie voice lessons. Meanwhile, local businesses are being shut down by foreclosures, and the townspeople suspect Ribaldi is responsible.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 13, 1993
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leo D. Paur
- Original Score
- Kurt Bestor
- Original Title
- Rigoletto
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leo D. Paur
Kurt Bestor
T.C. Christensen
Scott Swofford, Forrest S. Baker III, Don A. Judd
Department Leadership Roster
Leo D. Paur
Director
Scott Swofford
Producer
Don A. Judd
Producer
Kurt Bestor
Original Music Composer
T.C. Christensen
Director of Photography
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What is Rigoletto about?
Things are not going well in the depression-era town of Castle Gate. Mr. Ribaldi, a mysterious rich man with a disfigured face and an abrasive personality, has just bought and moved into a long-vacant mansion. Bonnie, an adolescent girl who loves to sing, ends up working for Ribaldi so that her family can stay in their house. But Ribaldi is quite an accomplished musician himself, and he is soon giving Bonnie voice lessons. Meanwhile, local businesses are being shut down by foreclosures, and the townspeople suspect Ribaldi is responsible.
Who directed Rigoletto?
Rigoletto was directed by Leo D. Paur.
Who stars in Rigoletto?
The principal cast of Rigoletto includes Joseph Paur, Ivey Lloyd, Cynthia Jump, John Huntington, Dalin Christiansen.
When was Rigoletto released and how long is it?
Rigoletto was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Rigoletto?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rigoletto was composed by Kurt Bestor.