About the Film
Renée Fleming sings one of her signature roles, the title character in Dvořák’s sumptuously melodic Rusalka. The story of the opera, which is about a water spirit’s tragic romance with a human prince, is drawn from several folktale sources including Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” Star conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads a cast that also includes Piotr Beczala as the handsome Prince whom Rusalka yearns to love; Dolora Zajick as the cackling swamp witch Ježibaba; Emily Magee as the Foreign Princess, Rusalka’s rival; and John Relyea as Rusalka’s father, the Water Sprite.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Metropolitan Opera: Rusalka is a captivating and well-crafted music movie from 2014. Directed by Otto Schenk, and starring Renée Fleming, Piotr Beczała, Dolora Zajick Renée Fleming sings one of her signature roles, the title character in Dvořák’s sumptuously melodic Rusalka.
Time Investment: At 2h 54m, this is an epic-length movie that rewards patient viewers with a deeply immersive experience.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies, The Metropolitan Opera: Rusalka deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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