Werther
- TV Movie
- 1980
- 2h
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Fine production with superb performances from Shicoff and Berganza
Werther is one of Massenet's best, and this is a fine production. Some of the camera work is on the weird side, could have been more subtly done. However, the costumes and sets while not the most beautiful I've seen do evoke a certain atmosphere and I wasn't confused by the setting at least either. The musical values are impeccable, with soaring orchestral playing and nuanced conducting.
The performances are just as effective. The character of Sophie can get on my nerves sometimes depending on the production but Christine Barbeaux's performance is appealing and charming. Jean-Marie Fremeau's Albert is a mix of gentile, menacing and understated. But the two best performances come from Teresa Berganza and especially Neil Shicoff. Berganza's Charlotte matures from innocent girl to strong woman very convincingly, and not only does she have a beautiful and unique voice but she also has quite seductive diction. Shicoff as Werther is brilliant, one of the best in the role. He acts with such compelling passion and his voice is large and rings out with no signs of strain.
All in all, a fine production with one of the finest Charlottes and Werthers you'll see. 9/10 Bethany Cox
The performances are just as effective. The character of Sophie can get on my nerves sometimes depending on the production but Christine Barbeaux's performance is appealing and charming. Jean-Marie Fremeau's Albert is a mix of gentile, menacing and understated. But the two best performances come from Teresa Berganza and especially Neil Shicoff. Berganza's Charlotte matures from innocent girl to strong woman very convincingly, and not only does she have a beautiful and unique voice but she also has quite seductive diction. Shicoff as Werther is brilliant, one of the best in the role. He acts with such compelling passion and his voice is large and rings out with no signs of strain.
All in all, a fine production with one of the finest Charlottes and Werthers you'll see. 9/10 Bethany Cox
- TheLittleSongbird
- Aug 31, 2012
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