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‘An enchanting faithful adaptation of Mozart’s opera that’s both witty and moving’.

Classic FM Magazine

‘’Terrific fun’

Empire

‘Branagh brings magic and a new life to Mozart’

Simon Bates, Classic FM

Conceived and directed by Kenneth Branagh, The Magic Flute features a newly-adapted libretto by the multi-talented Stephen Fry.

On the eve of the first global war a magical drama unfolds as Tamino sets forth on a perilous journey in pursuit of love, light and peace in a world afflicted by darkness, death and destruction. What follows is a spectacular musical adventure in which the destiny of a pair of young lovers may determine the fate of nations and the lives of millions.

Musical director James Conlon conducts the chamber Orchestra of Europe and the film showcases a cast of rising young opera stars including Joseph Kaiser, Ben Davis and newcomer Amy Carson who was recently nominated for Most Promising Newcomer at The Evening Standard British Film Awards 2008 for her role in The Magic Flute, together with more established performers Rene Pape, Thomas Randle, Lyubov Petrova and Silvia Moi.

“Working with Sir Peter Moores and his foundation to help bring this masterpiece to a different audience has been an immense and thrilling challenge,” commented Kenneth Branagh.

Sir Peter Moores added, “It was wonderful when Kenneth Branagh agreed to direct the film. He is a visionary filmmaker with a proven record of translating theatrical experiences into film and he worked with the singers in enormous details and with infectious enthusiasm.”

The Magic Flute is a Peter Moores foundation production, directed by Kenneth Branagh, produced by Pierre-Olivier Bardet with James Conlon as musical director and Daniel Zalay as Music Producer. For this production Branagh was reunited once again with Academy Award nominated production designer Tim Harvey and director of photography Roger Lanser. The behind-the-scenes team also included Olivier Award winning costume designer Christopher Oram, Academy Award Winning make-up and hair designer Sarah Monzani and Editor Michael Parker.




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