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Handel: Tamerlano (2008)

Movie 242 min

Drama

This majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, TAMERLANO, stars a Lear-like Placido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love, and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli, and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous musical interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasizing the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements.

Graham Vick Director Ángel Luis Ramírez Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 29, 2008
Runtime
242 min
IMDb
tt2236394
Country
Language
Studio
Teatro Real de Madrid

Cast

Plácido Domingo Plácido Domingo Bajazet Monica Bacelli Tamerlano Ingela Bohlin Asteria Sara Mingardo Sara Mingardo Andronico Jennifer Holloway Jennifer Holloway Irene Luigi De Donato Leone

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Frequently asked questions

What is Handel: Tamerlano about?
This majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, TAMERLANO, stars a Lear-like Placido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love, and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli, and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous musical interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasizing the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements.
Who directed Handel: Tamerlano?
Handel: Tamerlano was directed by Graham Vick, Ángel Luis Ramírez.
Who stars in Handel: Tamerlano?
Handel: Tamerlano stars Plácido Domingo, Monica Bacelli, Ingela Bohlin, Sara Mingardo.
When was Handel: Tamerlano released?
Handel: Tamerlano is a 2008 drama film.
Where can I watch Handel: Tamerlano?
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