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ORFEO& EURIDICE was a remarkable, influential, and revolutionary opera in multiple ways, demonstrative of many of the things that made Christoph Willibald Gluck a great composer. Eschewing the Baroque propensity toward over-ornamentation and stiff formality at the expense of dramatic flow. He wanted greatly to allow the poetry to shine through in the music, not be drowned out by superfluous pomp. Also manifesting a French influence, which Gluck wanted to meld with Italian opera, the work breaks down the traditional barriers between recitative and aria. Nonetheless, ORFEO& EURIDICE unfolds on a grand scale, employing choruses of shades and furies that contrast with Orfeo's earthly search for Euridice. The opera that largely heralded the end of the Baroque era is still widely performed, often as a ballet, and is often depicted on a much grander, more elaborate scale, as seen in this lavish interpretation.DVD Features:Region (unknown)Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33
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Martin Cortland, a philandering Broadway producer, has the habit of hitting on chorus girls and giving them expensive trinkets. Whenever he finds himself in trouble with Mrs. Cortland, Martin just coerces dancer-director Robert Curtis (Fred Astaire) into taking the blame for his overtures. This time, Mrs. Cortland catches Martin hitting on Sheila Winthrop (Rita Hayworth)-- an affable and alluringly beautiful woman. Robert agrees to bail Cortland out one more time, but he finds himself in trouble with Shelia's protective older brother. Robert joins the Army to avoid confronting Shelia's sibling, only to discover he's an officer in the army. Luckily, Martin is going to produce a show for the troops and hire Robert to direct the effort -- keeping him safe from bodily harm. Robert may be in the army now, but at least he can woo lovely Shelia for himself. Academy Award Nominations: Best Song (Since I Kissed My Baby Goodbye), Best Scoring of a Musical Picture.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull FrameAudio: Dolby Digital Mono - English
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With Vladimir Redkin and Maria Gavrilova in lead roles, this performance of Tchaikovsky's EUGENE ONEGIN counts as one of the finest ever staged. Based on the novel by Alexander Pushkin, this three act opera tells the tale of Eugene Onegin (Redkin) and his relationship with Tatyana (Gavrilova), a bookish daydreamer who longs to win his heart. Staged in October 2000 at the Bolshoi Theater, this is a sublime interpretation of a masterful work.DVD Features:Region 0NTSC2-Disc Set - Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - Russian DTS 5.1 - Russian PCM Stereo - Russian Subtitles - English, German, French, Italian, Spanish - OptionalAdditional Product: Booklet in English, French, German - Liner Notes
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CUBA VISTA presents a look at the people of Cuba through some of their most popular musicians. Included in this collection are: Los Soneros De Cuba, Jose Gonzalez, Habana All Stars, Daniel Miranda, Don Alberto Rodrigez, Pedro Martinez, Sexteto Habana, Oscar Reguera, and Luis F. Carrillo.DVD Features:Region [unknown]Keep CaseFull Frame - 1:33Interactive Features: Interactive Menus Scene Access
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Don't miss the sheer excitement of contemporary blues guitar master Joe Louis Walker in his first-ever, feature-length DVD. The heart of the disc is a stellar, hour-long live performance filmed in Joe's home town of San Francisco. Joe performs blues originals such as Cold& Rainy Nights and Bluesifyin with his stinging slide guitar and a refreshing rock-tinged blues style of today. With his powerful voice& storytelling songs, Joe takes you on an authentic blues revue you'll likely not forget.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo - English
Full Motion Menus Behind The Scenes Footage Production Interview - 1. Joe Louis Walker - Performer
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