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Falstaff (1982)

Movie

Music

This first-rate 1982 production of Verdi’s Falstaff marked the great 20th century Italian maestro Carlo Maria Giulini's return to opera conducting after more than a decade's absence. Renato Bruson leads a brilliant cast as the lovable fat knight Sir John Falstaff, going toe to toe in a series of hijinks with Katia Ricciarelli (Alice Ford) and Brenda Boozer (Meg Page).

Brian Large Director Ronald Eyre Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1982
Language

Cast

Renato Bruson Renato Bruson Sir John Falstaff Katia Ricciarelli Katia Ricciarelli Mrs. Alice Ford Leo Nucci Leo Nucci Ford Brenda Boozer Mrs. Meg Page William Wildermann Pistola Barbara Hendricks Barbara Hendricks Nannetta Francis Egerton Francis Egerton Bardolfo Lucia Valentini-Terrani Mrs. Quickly George MacPherson Oste John Dobson Dr. Cajus Dalmacio Gonzales Fenton

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Frequently asked questions

What is Falstaff about?
This first-rate 1982 production of Verdi’s Falstaff marked the great 20th century Italian maestro Carlo Maria Giulini's return to opera conducting after more than a decade's absence. Renato Bruson leads a brilliant cast as the lovable fat knight Sir John Falstaff, going toe to toe in a series of hijinks with Katia Ricciarelli (Alice Ford) and Brenda Boozer (Meg Page).
Who directed Falstaff?
Falstaff was directed by Brian Large, Ronald Eyre.
Who stars in Falstaff?
Falstaff stars Renato Bruson, Katia Ricciarelli, Leo Nucci, Brenda Boozer.
When was Falstaff released?
Falstaff is a 1982 music film.
Where can I watch Falstaff?
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