One-third documentary and two-thirds filmed opera, this fascinating film revolves around a staging of Mozart's first popular success, Die Entführung aus dem Serail. The film breaks up the musical sequences with footag... more »e of rehearsals and comments by the opera director Elijah Moshinsky who provides fascinating historical and musical insights. The Turkish setting is breathtaking, and the film certainly offers a unique opportunity for Mozart devotees to see one of his finest works brought to life.The production, performed in the Harem of the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, features exquisite set design and an acclaimed cast. More than just a performance film, Mozart in Turkey also studies the history of European composers fascination with Turkish culture and some illuminating biographical information about Mozart's life during the composition of The Abduction, his most popular opera during his lifetime.Belmonte: Paul Groves
Pedrillo: Lynton Atkinson
Konstanze: Yelda Kodalli
Osmin: Peter Rose
Blonde: Désirée Rancatore
Pasha Selim: Oliver TobiasThe Scottish Chamber Orchestra & Choir with Sir Charles Mackerras
Opera directed & filmed by Elijah Moshinsky
Film produced & directed by Mick CsákyThe film was made possible by generous grants from The Prime Minister's Promotional Fund of the Republic of Turkey and the Istanbul Stock Exchange and is an Antelope, BBC, Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts co-production, in association with Turkish Radio and Television.« less