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The second act of Turandot is worth the price of admission even without a soaring aria. Franco Zefferelli has created a fantasy world that is lush, brilliant, colorful, fun, huge, glorious. The costumes are magnificent and the dancing is lovely. "Turandot" is a silly story but so are many operas and ballets. It doesn't matter. The singing is wonderful by both principals and chorus. The finale with the chorus singing "Nessun Dorma" rises to the heights. There's something magical about seeing an opera at the Met and this is the next best thing. I'd recommend you try it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Very disappointing......transmission problems, several times, AGAIN! especially in the middle of Hearing Nessum Dorma sung by Marcello Giordani . Turandot was wonderful, Liu stole the show (as often happens). But the Met needs to get this technical stuff ironed out. Last time it was something about the satelitte. This time, I'm not sure, but the interruptions were agonizing. What a shame to have those problems. Our theater SHOULD have given us passes for another show. We had a sell out crowd, too." Theatre is not big enough, Desert Ridge Arizona, we have to be there 1 hour and 15 minutes ahead to get seats that are not the front row. They have a lot to do to get it right for such a fabulous idea.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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My husband & I are hopelessly addicted to the Met HD series and this was a chance to view a major production of an opera that can only be done well by a major opera house. Guleghina handled the difficult role well and Marina Poplavskaya was enchanting as Liu. This is the 2nd transmission problem I've run across in 4 years of attending most HD productions. I hope it's the last.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Everything about Turandot was wonderful, staging was lavish and this cast is very, very good. Liu stole the show (as often happens). But the Met needs to get this technical stuff ironed out. Last time it was something about the satelitte. This time, I'm not sure, but the interruptions were agonizing. I'd go back to see the encore, but wonder if the same transmission problems will occur. This is such a wonderful opportunity, and there were so many new opera goers in our theater. What a shame to have those problems. Our theater gave re-admission passes, so hopefully people will try again. We had a sell out crowd, too.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I absolutely love Opera and have been listening to Opera music since I was in High School. I have never been to the Metropolitan Opera. So this was my first Live Broadcast and I absolutely loved it. The production was amazing and the set was beautiful and the voices were stupendous. Hearing Nessum Dorma sung by Marcello Giordani was like listening to an angel. I can't wait to go and see other LIve Broadcast Opera and am looking forward to seeing Carmen.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Absolutely wonderful! Music is so emotional. Transmission problems marred the experience, but fortunately the last act was intact. Go see it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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We have been to these kinds of productions before, and have just loved them. The visual detail, the excellent sound, the backstage views and interviews ... all go to make for a wonderful experience. Unfortunately, the whole country (except for those actually sitting in NYC) experienced way too many technical glitches in this particular production to make it enjoyable. We left after the first act. We asked for (and got) our money back. When we spoke to the manager at the theater that we went to, he said that 20% of the presentations of these productions have had technical difficulties. Lots of improvement is needed here! Of course, the musicians were just wonderful.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I loved what I saw and heard. I left after Act One because of the terrible tech issues, which were supposedly the "sattelite's fault." I got a Re-Admit pass and will attend the Encore. This was not a pleasant experience and the Met must address it immediately.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Of the three Met HD so far this season I enjoyed this production the best - both for the music, and the performers. The first two productions however did not have the transmission problems this one did - need to fix as it really interrupts the performance.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I love Opera and often got to the MET. I saw many Broadcasts already, but this one had major sound and picture problems. Interuptions of nearly half a minute. I didnt like that for sure. Watching the DVD will be hopefully better than the Live Broadcast.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Local theater staff was very helpful and offered refund or later viewing of most disturbing sound and picture difficulties. Though intermittent, the tension of wondering when it would interrupt again or worse, lessened our enjoyment. The singers were wonderful and of course the staging was impressive. I must admit the first act's pomp and plumage along with the sheer numbers of folks on stage (though nearly hidden in the generally dark and mysterious setting) almost overshadowed the music. I loved it, but think I love a little less glitz and glamour. I recommend going, and look forward to another opera, this time with no tech problems.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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This was a wonderful production of Turandot, Puccini's last opera. If you missed it, see it on the encore presentation. There were problems with the transmission, causing periodic blips in the sound, and the stage was so dark much of the time, in Zefferelli's staging, that it was difficult to see the performers. In spite of all this, Puccini's vision was superbly realized by the singers, the Met's staging, and the orchestra, and I was left with tears of joy at the triumphant ending, when love conquered all.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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This was a great presentation. The best part was the behind the scenes information. I like learning about the history and meeting the performers in between acts. The only problem was the sound and screen kept cutting out and it took from the experience.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Spectacular performance. Was the first time my boyfriend and I attended the Met HD productions. Unfortunately, the technical difficulties and intermittent sound were a nuisance, but did not distract us from the voices of the performers and beautiful scenery. A wonderful experience we hope to repeat soon.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Despite the techical glitches and dark lighting, the Zefferelli production was stunning and the singing, especially Liu, was lovely. Maria Guleghina could have been a compelling Turandot if she had allowed the costumers to give her more height with appropriately regal headpieces. Why would she choose to remove all headgear through so much of the opera, emphasizing her long lank hair rather than find ways to make her look more like the princess she was supposed to be?
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Tremendous performance despite the technical glitches, which are soon forgotten since the show is perfect. I love the interviews backstage, which provides something that you will never get by being in the actual audience. The costumes were outstanding as well as the makeup.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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WOW wonderful production. This is one of my favorite Opera's, I've seen it many times both in the US and in Europe. This is probably the best .. the Zeffirelli style and look is fabulous. Loved all the camera angles, especially the overheads. It's too bad that the technicals were so bad. This certainly needs to be corrected in the future. Loved the cast, but Guleghina was not in her best voice. I hate to be shallow, but she just doesn't look the part. Why not Fleming or Racette who can act and who look gorgeous in the role? It's too bad we couldn't have done this for the Opening of our new Opera House here in Dallas instead of boring Otello.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The "Turandot" shown yesterday from the Met would have been perfect except for the technical difficulties, some of which are recent additions to our Met HD experience and one of which is an old annoyance. We hope the Met is working with the HD provider to eliminate the breaks in sound and picture, many of which came during critical scenes (e.g., when Calaf was answering Turandot's riddles). The audience seemed disgusted with these frequent interruptions. If they continue for future performances, I will certainly discontinue attending. The second issue is the poor lighting often exhibited in the "darker" scenes, such as when the chorus was singing at the beginning yesterday. This is an old problem with the HD broadcast.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I really appreciated Zeffirelli's spectacular settings after seeing Bondi's embarrasing Tosca production. Turandot is not Aida; you do not walk away humming its melodies, but it is still an impressive musical masterpiece. The singers were great, except the King whose age was really showing in his voice. Although Maria Guleghina did very well in the role of Turandot, I still wonder if the Met could have selected a more attractive singer for her role? Watching Calaf rejecting a very attractive Liu for a queen-size Turandot makes the story harder to believe. It is OK for people sitting far from the stage in the opera house, but the close-up on a huge screen was unrealistic.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Despite many technical glitches with dropping sound ( at inopportune moments) the performance was fine--- The star of the show I felt was Marina Poplavskaya as Liu- Beautiful voice , Beautiful looks , and a welcome .. I have seen many HD theatre presentations but this rated poorly with the dropouts and lines going through - What causes thIs? But will continue to go - its worth it
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Transmission interruptions were annoying, but still thrilled by music, singing and spectacle. Would be curious to find out the cause of technical difficulties.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The production and singers were tops.We enjoyed the show very much. We would give it 5 stars but there were technical difficulties whereby the picture had " skips" and the screenwent blank or froze like a dvd with scratches in it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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At our theater everyone thought the glitches ruined the experience. Unless these are fixed, we'll stop going to the live HD productions. I agree that the camera angles , especially overhead, took away from the visual experience.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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As usual, the Zeffirelli production was over the top in staging and costuming. The singing complimented the score and the sun spot caused technical difficulties were a distraction but did not detract too much from our overall enjoyment.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Spectacular production by Franco Zeffirelli. Puccini's musical Masterpiece. Not many melodic arias, and non-existent acting. Cast was first-rate.The frequent audio interuptions were very distracting. Fix this next time!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I,ve seen this production at the Met years ago and it's still breathtaking. Yes there were tech problems but that's life. It was still a fantastic production. I've seen many Met HD operas with no problems. What a real shame everyone is dwelling on this instead of seeing the beauty that came through in so many ways. Reviews were waaaaay too hard on this opera for the wrong reasons. Poplavskaya was outstanding. The others were wonderful too. The scenery was amazing. I also love the interviews and seeing the scenery take shape during intermissions. Fantastic and I will see the encore. BRAVO for a fantastic job well done by ALL!!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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This was my first Met HD performance and I was thrilled with the beautiful voices and gorgeous sets. I've seen a multitude of Turandot performances and this was, by far, the best. The sets were magnificant and the costumes wonderful. However, the technical problems were very jarring and disruptive. Also, I do not like the overhead shots. The purpose of seeing these movies is to feel like you are really there, in the audience, experiencing the opera live. Please consider stopping that camera angle. I also enjoyed the intermissions; the interviews and watching the stage hands at work. All in all a wonderful experience, and I plan on seeing more of these performances.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A few glitches but they didn't affect the overall experience which was wonderful.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I had the privilege of seeing Turandot live at the Met some years ago. It was great on the big screen as well. While the glitches in transmission were distracting, the overall effect was outstanding. I have been listening to and attending opera for most of my life, but hardly consider myself a critic. Instead, I stand in amazement at the talent of the composer, the artists, and the technical accomplishments of the people involved in these performances. Incidentals such as anachronisms of polished nails or jewelry could never spoil for me the intrinsic beauty of Turandot and its performers. I think we are very fortunate to have these HD presentations to keep the love of opera alive and available to many people.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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First rate cast, sets, orchestra ensemble and production with two major caveats:
1) Soprano Maria Guleghina {Turandot} was not in her best voice--she struggled in her low-middle range and pushed in her upper range. She has the instrument, but may have been suffering a cold or ragweed allergy.
2) Technical problems: Frequent picture static and loss of sound during many of the arias and dramatic moments really ruined the artistic flow as well as the dramatic development. Moreover, the movie audience audibly groaned and complained each time--further diminishing our ability to hear the opera.
PhD Musicology, Urbana Champaign, IL MM, Bloomington, IN
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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