About the Film
Based on Oscar Wildes story The Birthday of the Infanta, Zemlinskys single-act opera Der Zwerg is the tragic tale of a dwarf who is presented at court, falls in love with the beautiful Donna Clara, but is ultimately forced to see himself as others see him and to die of a broken heart. Preceded by Schoenbergs Accompaniment to a Cinematographic Scene, Op. 34, Zemlinskys Romantic score is full of psychological intrigue. Is Der Zwerg a critique of societys superficiality? Is it the composers self-portrait in his doomed affair with Alma Schindler? Director Tobias Kratzers stunning, transparent production creates a space in which each character is thrown into sharp relief in this fine, noble and melancholy work.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Der Zwerg is a captivating and well-crafted music movie from 2019. Directed by Tobias Kratzer, and starring Elena Tsallagova, Emily Magee, David Butt Philip Based on Oscar Wildes story The Birthday of the Infanta, Zemlinskys single-act opera Der Zwerg is the tragic tale of a dwarf who is presented at court, falls in love with the beautiful Donna Clara, but is ultimately forced to see himself as others see him and to die of a broken heart.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies, Der Zwerg deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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Amazon Video
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