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Puccini - Madama Butterfly (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film

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Released in 2014, Puccini - Madama Butterfly is a notable film.

What it’s about. In 2012, the Hamburg State Opera presented a new production of Giacomo Puccini’s masterpiece Madama Butterfl y. The internationally renowned director Vincent Boussard stages the opera, collaborating with star fashion designer Christian Lacroix and set designer Vincent Lemaire. Together they succeed in bringing to life the moving tragedy of the young Japanese geisha Cio-Cio San in a stylish and sophisticated production that focuses on the title role, impressively portrayed by Greek soprano Alexia Voulgaridou. Subtly conducted by Alexander Joel, the dynamic cast includes Romanian Tenor Teodor Ilincai as Cio-Cio San’s love interest, B.F. Pinkerton and Estonian baritone Lauri Vasar as Consul Sharpless. Madama Butterfl y contains an enormous wealth of psychological poetry. Through his music, Giacomo Puccini lends his characters extremely rich and complex profi les and created an extraordinary explosive force.

Who’s in it. Puccini - Madama Butterfly stars Teodor Ilincai as B. F. Pinkerton.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Puccini - Madama Butterfly (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Puccini - Madama Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Puccini - Madama Butterfly?
Puccini - Madama Butterfly stars Teodor Ilincai.
When was Puccini - Madama Butterfly released?
Puccini - Madama Butterfly was released in 2014.