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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: DVD EAN: 0809478030065 Format: Classical, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC Label: BBC / Opus Arte Manufacturer: BBC / Opus Arte Number Of Discs: 1 Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: BBC / Opus Arte Region Code: 1 Release Date: September 21, 2004 Running Time: 187 minutes Studio: BBC / Opus Arte Theatrical Release Date: 1989 Sales Rank: 41427
Description: Daniella Dessì and Delores Ziegler lead the cast in Mozart's brilliant and witty opera as the two women whose faithfulness in the face of romantic love is ruthlessly tested in Da Ponte's comic tale. Mozart lavishes some of the finest music ever written on the unfolding story of the two sisters' chaotic and fickle love affairs with their two Italian army officers.
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Rating: - To what purpose?
In several of the scenes in Act Two, the conductor Muti, larger than life, is superimposed upon the stage action, in some cases completely blocking out the singers. I found this disconcerting, particularly ... Read More
Rating: - BEAUTIFULLY SUNG, BEAUTIFULLY STAGED TRADITIONAL PRODUCTION
Modern "Regietheater" productions can be fun, but I find they are never as satisfying in the long run as a well done traditional production. Salzburg's 2006 M22 complete Mozart opera set is available in Europe, ... Read More
Rating: - a bargain of enjoyment
I have 3 of the current Cosi's but not on DVD. The previous negative reviews made me hesitate but the strong positives convinced me to gamble. I strongly agree with the positive reviews. Not only is it a very good ... Read More
Rating: - Beautiful but old-fashioned and a little dull
This is a good but rather old-fashioned performance. The singers are all excellent, both individually and as an ensemble, and Riccardo Muti's conducting is, as usual, well paced and exciting. The sets and costumes ... Read More
Rating: - Precise, fast moving, a gift to the senses
Excellent audio recording, one of the best I've heard. Video also first quality. Unbeatable orchestra too.
- To what purpose?
- BEAUTIFULLY SUNG, BEAUTIFULLY STAGED TRADITIONAL PRODUCTION
- Beautiful but old-fashioned and a little dull