Giovanna d'Arco (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, Giovanna d'Arco is a music film directed by Gabriele Lavia, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. This work predates Thchaikowsly’s for almost 4 years, and it is base don the Schiller play I have previously criticized for its lack of historical accuracy. It is essentially focused on three major voices, soprano, tenor and baritone, with a basso to spice it up. New Yorker Evan Bowers may not be a matinee idol, but he sails into the role with a bright, focused lyrico spinto tenor voice. Renato Bruson was 72 years old in 2008, when he took this role (first sung by him in1989) and it shows, with quite a wobble on many passages; yet his voice commands the stage and rises majestically in the ensembles. And then, Bulgarian Svetla Vassileva, who is not burned at the stake, as in “Maid”, but dies heroically in battle.
Who’s in it. Giovanna d'Arco stars Svetla Vassileva as Giovanna, Evan Bowers as Carlo VII, Renato Bruson as Giacomo and Maurizio Lo Piccolo as Talbot, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Giovanna d'Arco page.
If you liked it. Fans of Giovanna d'Arco tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Giovanna d'Arco (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Giovanna d'Arco change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Giovanna d'Arco?
- Giovanna d'Arco stars Svetla Vassileva, Evan Bowers, Renato Bruson, Maurizio Lo Piccolo and Luigi Petroni.