In the Shadow of the Stars

"A behind-the-scenes look into the world of grand opera."

Oct 17 1991 Not Rated 1h 33m
Documentary

A hilarious and affectionate look at the path to stardom inside the competitive world of opera. Filmmakers Allie Light and Irving Saraf relegate the divas to the background and focus on a limelight-craving group of "choristers" -- the seldom-noticed singers who stand behind the soloists portraying peasants, soldiers and slaves.

Plot

This charming documentary focuses not on the opera divas, but on the cast of background singers that are essential to creating the grand spectacle of the San Francisco Opera. The background singers, or choristers, play all of the supernumerary soldiers, senators and peasants while providing musical support to the star singers who stand in the spotlight. The struggles, joys and jealousies of these background players are rendered in heartening detail as they seek to rise through the ranks.

Written by

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Directed by

Allie Light, Irving Saraf

Cast

William S. Jones

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Languages

English

Awards

Won 1 Oscar. 1 win & 1 nomination total

Scores
# of Votes
226
Average Rating
6.6 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA