Puccini's Madama Butterfly
“Karajan magnificent in unique treatment of familiar tragedy”
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Mirella Freni, Placido Domingo, Christa Ludwig, and Robert Kerns star in this Jean-Pierre Ponnelle-directed version of the Puccini opera, with Herbert von Karajan conducting the Vienna Philharmonic. Madama Butterfly is a staple of the standard operatic repertoire for companies around the world, ranking 7th in the Operabase list of the most-performed operas worldwide.
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Stream Puccini's Madama Butterfly online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed music and history movie originally produced in Italian and released in 1974, it's earned a solid 9.5/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Puccini's Madama Butterfly
“Karajan magnificent in unique treatment of familiar tragedy”
Mirella Freni, Placido Domingo, Christa Ludwig, and Robert Kerns star in this Jean-Pierre Ponnelle-directed version of the Puccini opera, with Herbert von Karajan conducting the Vienna Philharmonic. Madama Butterfly is a staple of the standard operatic repertoire for companies around the world, ranking 7th in the Operabase list of the most-performed operas worldwide. Running 145 minutes.
Puccini's Madama Butterfly Cast and Characters
The cast features Mirella Freni (as Cio-Cio-San, known as Butterfly), Plácido Domingo (as Pinkerton), Robert Kerns (as Sharpless), Christa Ludwig (as Suzuki), and Michel Sénéchal (as Goro). Their performances are a major reason Puccini's Madama Butterfly has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Puccini's Madama Butterfly keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy Italian storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Puccini's Madama Butterfly online for free?
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How long is Puccini's Madama Butterfly?
Puccini's Madama Butterfly runs for 145 minutes (about 2.4 hours).
Is Puccini's Madama Butterfly good? What's the rating?
Puccini's Madama Butterfly holds a 9.5/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Puccini's Madama Butterfly?
The main cast includes Mirella Freni, Plácido Domingo, Robert Kerns, and Christa Ludwig, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Puccini's Madama Butterfly available in Italian?
Yes — Puccini's Madama Butterfly was originally produced in Italian and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Puccini's Madama Butterfly released?
Puccini's Madama Butterfly was released in 1974.
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Where can I watch Puccini's Madama Butterfly for free?
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What is Puccini's Madama Butterfly about?
Puccini's Madama Butterfly is a Music/History film. Mirella Freni, Placido Domingo, Christa Ludwig, and Robert Kerns star in this Jean-Pierre Ponnelle-directed version of the Puccini opera, with Herbert von Karajan conducting the Vienna Philharmonic. Madama Butterfly is a staple of the standard operatic repertoire for companies around the world, ranking 7th in the Operabase list of the most-performed operas worldwide.
When was Puccini's Madama Butterfly released?
Puccini's Madama Butterfly was released on September 14, 1974. It has a runtime of 2h 25m. The film was produced by Deutsche Grammophon.
Who stars in Puccini's Madama Butterfly?
Puccini's Madama Butterfly stars Mirella Freni, Plácido Domingo, Robert Kerns and Christa Ludwig. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Puccini's Madama Butterfly available in HD?
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