Tannhäuser

The film features the opera Tannhäuser, composed by Richard Wagner, and performed by the Orchestra of the Teatro di San Carlo. The original title, Tannhauser und der Sangerkrieg auf Wartburg, emphasizes the opera's themes of spirituality, sensuality, and redemption through love.

With a runtime of 186 minutes, this adaptation captures the intricate musical themes of the original work, which was composed between 1843 and 1845. The opera debuted in Dresden in 1845 and remains a significant piece in the opera repertoire, highlighting Wagner’s early compositional style.

For collectors of opera on physical media, this release by Image Entertainment offers a chance to own a performance of a classic work that explores profound themes through its narrative and music.