Arnold Schönberg: Moses und Aron

About This Movie

So, 'Moses und Aron' is quite the piece, right? This 2015 rendition by Romeo Castellucci does something fascinating with Schoenberg's unfinished opera. The ambiance is really gripping; there's this weighty tension that permeates every scene, and the music—wow. It's a mix of dissonance and ethereal beauty that really challenges the ear. The performances are intense, particularly around the themes of faith and doubt, which can resonate deeply. The pacing feels deliberate, almost meditative at times, giving you space to absorb the weight of the narrative. And while the visual effects are minimal, they’re effective in creating this stark, almost abstract atmosphere that suits the opera's existential questions. A unique experience, for sure.

Features an unfinished third act · Filmed for television by François-René Martin · Co-produced with Paris Opera and Arte