Don Carlo
Synopsis
A 1985 performance of Luchino Visconti's 1958 staging for the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Bernard Haitink memorably directs a superb cast that includes Ileana Cotrubas at the height of her powers and Luis Lima, unequalled in his tortured introspection, in the title role. (5-act version, sung in Italian)
Top Cast
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Luis Lima
Don Carlo
Ileana Cotrubas
Elisabetta di Valois
Giorgio Zancanaro
Rodrigo
Robert Lloyd
Filippo II
Bruna Baglioni
Princess Eboli
Joseph Rouleau
Grand Inquisitor
Matthew Best
A monk
Patricia Parker
Tebaldo
John Dobson
Count of Lerma
Lola Biagioni
A voice from heaven
Alan Jones
A royal herald
Romayne Grigorova
Countess of Aremburg (silent acting role)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Méry, Camille du Locle
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Don Carlo
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 24m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large
Joseph Méry, Camille du Locle
Giuseppe Verdi
Robin Scott
Department Leadership Roster
Robin Scott
Producer
Brian Large
Director
Luchino Visconti
Production Design
Joseph Méry
Writer
Camille du Locle
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Don Carlo.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Don Carlo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Don Carlo about?
A 1985 performance of Luchino Visconti's 1958 staging for the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Bernard Haitink memorably directs a superb cast that includes Ileana Cotrubas at the height of her powers and Luis Lima, unequalled in his tortured introspection, in the title role. (5-act version, sung in Italian)
Who directed Don Carlo?
Don Carlo was directed by Brian Large.
Who stars in Don Carlo?
The principal cast of Don Carlo includes Luis Lima, Ileana Cotrubas, Giorgio Zancanaro, Robert Lloyd, Bruna Baglioni.
When was Don Carlo released and how long is it?
Don Carlo was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 3h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Don Carlo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Don Carlo was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.