Bellini: Norma
Synopsis
The priestess Norma loves Pollione, leader of the occupying force suppressing her people, and has borne two children by him. But Pollione’s love has withered, and he now loves Norma’s fellow priestess Adalgisa. Meanwhile, the people urgently look to Norma to lead their rebellion. Norma discovers the love between Pollione and Adalgisa. Furiously she gives the signal for war. Pollione is captured, attempting to steal away with Adalgisa. Norma, called upon to announce a sacrificial victim to consecrate the uprising, declares it shall be a guilty priestess: herself.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Àlex Ollé
- Screenplay & Story
- Felice Romani
- Original Score
- Vincenzo Bellini
- Original Title
- Bellini: Norma
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 3h 10m
- Production Studios
- Royal Opera House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Àlex Ollé
Felice Romani
Vincenzo Bellini
Department Leadership Roster
Lluc Castells
Costume Design
Àlex Ollé
Director
Felice Romani
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Bellini: Norma about?
The priestess Norma loves Pollione, leader of the occupying force suppressing her people, and has borne two children by him. But Pollione’s love has withered, and he now loves Norma’s fellow priestess Adalgisa. Meanwhile, the people urgently look to Norma to lead their rebellion. Norma discovers the love between Pollione and Adalgisa. Furiously she gives the signal for war. Pollione is captured, attempting to steal away with Adalgisa. Norma, called upon to announce a sacrificial victim to consecrate the uprising, declares it shall be a guilty priestess: herself.
Who directed Bellini: Norma?
Bellini: Norma was directed by Àlex Ollé.
Who stars in Bellini: Norma?
The principal cast of Bellini: Norma includes Antonio Pappano, Sonya Yoncheva, Joseph Calleja, Sonia Ganassi, Brindley Sherratt.
When was Bellini: Norma released and how long is it?
Bellini: Norma was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 3h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Bellini: Norma?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bellini: Norma was composed by Vincenzo Bellini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bellini: Norma?
Bellini: Norma holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).