Handel: Belshazzar (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film
Released in 2011, Handel: Belshazzar is a notable film, running about 166 minutes.
What it’s about. René Jacobs is masterful leading a stellar cast of soloists, the RIAS- Kammerchor and the Akademie für Alte Musik in a spectacular production of Handel s oratorio Belshazzar. Written in 1745, Belshazzar stands with Messiah as one of Handel s finest efforts in the genre. Based on a libretto by Charles Jennens, the story, from the book of Daniel, recounts the fall of Babylon at the hands of the Persian prince Cyrus who brought Belshazzar s tyrannical reign to an end an eternally relevant story with significant current resonance. Featured soloists include countertenor Bejun Mehta, a rising star in the world s opera houses and concert halls.
Who’s in it. Handel: Belshazzar stars Bejun Mehta.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Handel: Belshazzar page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Handel: Belshazzar (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Handel: Belshazzar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Handel: Belshazzar?
- Handel: Belshazzar stars Bejun Mehta.
- When was Handel: Belshazzar released?
- Handel: Belshazzar was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 166 minutes.