Samson Et Dalila

This film presents Camille Saint-Saëns’s grand-opera retelling of the biblical tale of Samson and Delilah. Directed by Richard Jones, it showcases a performance by Elīna Garanča as Dalila, alongside SeokJong Baek as Samson, bringing this fin-de-siècle masterpiece back to life. The production features the full forces of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, under the baton of conductor Antonio Pappano.

The film captures the essence of pious restraint clashing with sensuous hedonism, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and music. With superb singing in both solos and duets, the performance also includes thrilling orchestral interludes and splendid choral numbers performed by the Royal Opera Chorus. This cinematic experience is a celebration of operatic artistry and a significant cultural event.