Berlioz: Les Troyens

This opera film presents the story of Virgil's epic, beginning with the aftermath of the Trojan War. As the Greeks appear to have withdrawn, Cassandra desperately warns of the impending doom for Troy. The first two acts depict the tragic fall of Troy, followed by the survivors' journey to Carthage, with acts 3 to 5 detailing their experiences and eventual voyage to Italy and Rome.

Featuring a talented cast including Anna Caterina Antonacci, Gregory Kunde, and Susan Graham, this production from Théâtre Musical de Paris - Châtelet and BBC offers a visually and musically rich interpretation of Berlioz’s work. The performance is approximately three and a half hours long, immersing viewers in the dramatic events of the opera.

For collectors, this title is available on DVD and other formats, providing options for fans of the genre to add this detailed rendition of a classic opera to their collections.