Farinelli

"Où s'arrête le pouvoir de sa voix?"

Mar 17 1995 R 1h 51m
Biography, Drama, Music

The life and career of Italian opera singer Farinelli, considered one of the greatest castrato singers of all time.

Plot

Farinelli is the artistic name of Carlo Broschi, a young singer in Handel's time. He was castrated in his childhood in order to preserve his voice. During his life he becomes a very famous opera singer, managed by his mediocre brother (Riccardo).

Written by

Andrée Corbiau, Gérard Corbiau, Marcel Beaulieu

Directed by

Gérard Corbiau

Production Countries

Belgium, France, Italy

Production Companies

Italian International Film, MG, Stéphan Films

Languages

Français, Italiano, English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 4 nominations total

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