Fidelio
Synopsis
A film adaptation of Ludwig van Beethoven's opera of the same name. Florestan has been held in a Spanish state prison for many years. When an inspection of the prison becomes inevitable, Florestan must be eliminated. But Fidelio's young assistant can prevent this. It turns out that Fidelio is actually Florestan's wife. She is determined to do everything she can to free her husband.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 12, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Felsenstein
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Felsenstein, Jean Nicolas Bouilly
- Original Score
- Erich Bertel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Hanns Eisler
- Original Title
- Fidelio
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Akkord Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Felsenstein
Walter Felsenstein, Jean Nicolas Bouilly
Erich Bertel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Hanns Eisler
Nicolas Hayer, Hannes Fuchs, Viktor Meihsl, Walter Tuch
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Felsenstein
Director
Walter Felsenstein
Writer
Rochus Gliese
Production Design
Leo Metzenbauer
Production Design
Nicolas Hayer
Director of Photography
Hannes Fuchs
Director of Photography
Viktor Meihsl
Director of Photography
Walter Tuch
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fidelio.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fidelio
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fidelio about?
A film adaptation of Ludwig van Beethoven's opera of the same name. Florestan has been held in a Spanish state prison for many years. When an inspection of the prison becomes inevitable, Florestan must be eliminated. But Fidelio's young assistant can prevent this. It turns out that Fidelio is actually Florestan's wife. She is determined to do everything she can to free her husband.
Who directed Fidelio?
Fidelio was directed by Walter Felsenstein.
Who stars in Fidelio?
The principal cast of Fidelio includes Richard Holm, Claude Nollier, Erwin V. Gross, Hannes Schiel, Georg Wieter.
When was Fidelio released and how long is it?
Fidelio was released in 1956 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Fidelio?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fidelio was composed by Erich Bertel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Hanns Eisler.