Gluck: Orphée et Eurydice

This documentary highlights John Eliot Gardiner's conducting of Berlioz’s 1859 revision of Gluck’s opera at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. The film features notable soloists Magdalena Kožená, Madeline Bender, and Patricia Petibon, showcasing their talents alongside the Monteverdi Choir. The performance is further enriched by the 19th-century period instruments played by the Orchestre Révolutionnaire et Romantique.

As a music and opera documentary, this film appeals to collectors interested in opera and the work of Gluck. It not only offers a visual representation of a classic opera but also provides insights into the production's artistic direction. This recording serves as a valuable resource for those who appreciate the intersection of music and theater in a documentary format.