Wagner & Me ( Wagner and Me )

Wagner & Me (DVD) (*)

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Original Title: Wagner and Me
Language Selections:
English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 )

Product Origin/Format:
United Kingdom ( PAL/Region 0 )

Running Time:
89 min + 36 min extras

Aspect Ratio:
Fullscreen

Special Features:
Cast/Crew Interview(s)
Interactive Menu
Scene Access

Movie filmed in 2010 and produced in:
Germany ( Germany, Central Europe )
Russia ( Russia, Eastern Europe )
Switzerland ( Germany, Central Europe )
United Kingdom ( Great Britain, Ireland )

Directed By:
Patrick McGrady

Written By:
Patrick McGrady

Actors:
Stephen Fry ..... Himself - Presenter

Synopsis:

Actor and writer Stephen Fry explores his passion for the world's most controversial composer - Richard Wagner. But Stephen is Jewish and lost family members in the Holocaust, so can he salvage the music he loves from its dark association with anti-semitism and the Nazis? Shot on location in Germany, Switzerland and Russia, the film includes unique behind-the-scenes access to the Bayreuth Festival, the annual extravaganza of Wagner's music held in the composer's own purpose built theatre. Animated by Stephen Fry's trademark wit and intelligence, and featuring a soundtrack of Wagner's extraordinary music, this is a fantastic introduction to the life and legacy of one of the most important composers ever, and a must-see film for those who already know and love his music.

Described by the Vancouver International Film Festival as a 'dazzling emotional whirlwind of a documentary' the film follows Stephen Fry on a very personal journey to explore his fascination for history's most controversial composer: Richard Wagner. Stephen follows the Wagner trail to Switzerland and Russia, immersing himself in the music and piecing together the larger-than-life story of the composer himself. But Stephen is Jewish - can he salvage the music he loves from its dark association with Hitler and the Nazis?

Drama illustrating the life of the composer Richard Wagner.

This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 08 May, 2011.

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