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- First reviewJanuary 7, 2010
- Last reviewJanuary 17, 2010
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Wonderful Carmen
PostedJanuary 17, 2010
Operatico
from San Jose, CA
Beautiful Elina Garanca owns the title role! She is sensuous, graceful and possesses an extraordinary voice and acting ability which makes her so believable. Having seen her in the previously broadcast of La Cenerentola I was looking forward to her Carmen. And I was enthralled, not only becasue of her, but because the entire production was great. Alagna as Don José, even with the awkward equipment malfunction during the arrest of Carmen, sang magnificently. The supporting cast was very good, and the choreography was excellent. The flamenco dance on the "tablao" was very effective, and Elina was a consummate dancer. Kudos to Maestro Nézet-Séguin and the orchestra.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Les Contes D'Hoffman
PostedJanuary 7, 2010
Operatico
from San Jose, CA
Unfortunately, the theater I prefer was sold out and had to settle for the Encore. I was disappointed with the quality of the picture, which was washed out. The projectionist also did not calibrate the level of the sound until about 20 minutes of the performance. Beautiful production, great singing and conducting. I agree with many reviewers about the excess of close-ups of the singers, to the detriment of the overall experience. But what a wonderful experience these broadcasts are! The problem is that when one goes to the opera house, the voices don't come across with the intensity of the broadcast. I'll continue watching the HD broadcasts, however, and once in a while will also go to the opera houses (San Francisco and San Jose, CA).
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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