Ciro in Babilonia
Synopsis
The Biblical story of Belshazzar's hubristic arrogance, set against the valour of the young warrrior-leader Cyrus, provided the 20-year-old Rossini with a dramatic story enriched by West-Eastern implications which still speak to us today. For the title role of Cyrus, Rossini wrote what would be his longest-ever contralto role, to which the great Rossini singer Ewa Podles´ is both naturally attracted and ideally suited. She is partnered by two young stars of Rossini singing, Jessica Pratt and Michael Spyres, and a conductor-scholar, Will Crutchfield, of great experience and sympathy. Filmed in High Definition and recorded in true Surround Sound.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Davide Livermore
- Screenplay & Story
- Francesco Aventi
- Original Title
- Ciro in Babilonia
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Production Studios
- Opus Arte, Rossini Opera Festival
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Davide Livermore
Francesco Aventi
Department Leadership Roster
Davide Livermore
Director
Francesco Aventi
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Ciro in Babilonia about?
The Biblical story of Belshazzar's hubristic arrogance, set against the valour of the young warrrior-leader Cyrus, provided the 20-year-old Rossini with a dramatic story enriched by West-Eastern implications which still speak to us today. For the title role of Cyrus, Rossini wrote what would be his longest-ever contralto role, to which the great Rossini singer Ewa Podles´ is both naturally attracted and ideally suited. She is partnered by two young stars of Rossini singing, Jessica Pratt and Michael Spyres, and a conductor-scholar, Will Crutchfield, of great experience and sympathy. Filmed in High Definition and recorded in true Surround Sound.
Who directed Ciro in Babilonia?
Ciro in Babilonia was directed by Davide Livermore.
Who stars in Ciro in Babilonia?
The principal cast of Ciro in Babilonia includes Michael Spyres, Ewa Podleś, Jessica Pratt, Carmen Romeu, Mirco Palazzi.
When was Ciro in Babilonia released and how long is it?
Ciro in Babilonia was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ciro in Babilonia?
Ciro in Babilonia holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).