Verdi La Traviata (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film
Released in 2005, Verdi La Traviata is a music film directed by Felix Breisach, running about 128 minutes. “A Dramatically Effective 'Traviata'” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This DVD of a live 2005 performance from the Zürich Opera under the musical direction of Franz Welser-Möst has many things to recommend it -- the young tenor Piotr Beczala as Alfredo, the marvelous Thomas Hampson as Giorgio Germont, the playing of the Zurich Opera orchestra, the simple but effective sets by by Erich Wonder, the uncluttered stage direction by Jürgen Flimm. It also has some flaws: strangely variable volume level of the recorded sound sometimes coming on so loud as to make one reach for the volume control, and the uneven performance of the Violetta, Eva Mei who, for all her merits, gives a dramatically effective performance marred by occasional difficulties with vocal production. Still, overall I felt this was a moving production, one that I would recommend, although perhaps not as an only DVD of one of Verdi's most popular operas.
Who’s in it. Verdi La Traviata stars Eva Mei as Violetta, Piotr Beczała as Alfredo, Thomas Hampson as Germont and Katharina Peetz as Flora, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Verdi La Traviata page.
If you liked it. Fans of Verdi La Traviata tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Verdi La Traviata (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Verdi La Traviata change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Verdi La Traviata?
- Verdi La Traviata stars Eva Mei, Piotr Beczała, Thomas Hampson, Katharina Peetz and Miroslav Christoff.
- When was Verdi La Traviata released?
- Verdi La Traviata was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.