Andrea Chénier (1996): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1996, Andrea Chénier is a musik film directed by Nicolas Joël, running about 122 minutes. “A sublime production of Giordano's neglected verismo gem of an opera” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This live from the Met telecast from October 1996 of Giordano’s infrequently performed verismo gem is an absolute pleasure to watch and listen to and I highly recommend it. Nicholas Joel’s production is extremely elegant while at the same time being simple and uncluttered. Act I, for example, is dominated by an enormous gilt-framed mirror precariously tilted. I assume that it is a metaphor for the imminent downfall of the decadent aristocracy at the party given by the Contessa di Coigny. The costumes designs by Hubert Monloup are terrific. The prerevolutionary costumes in Act I are simply stunning each one individually tailored for the choristers and major performers.

Who’s in it. Andrea Chénier stars Luciano Pavarotti as Andrea Chenier, Maria Guleghina as Maddalena di Coigny, Juan Pons as Gerard and Wendy White as Bersi, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Andrea Chénier page.

If you liked it. Fans of Andrea Chénier tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco - Lebendiger als das Leben!, Green Book - Eine besondere Freundschaft and Die Legende vom Ozeanpianisten.