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Farinelli (Farinelli the Castrato)

Rating
6.2
3,406
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Original title
Farinelli, il castrato
Year
Running time
110 min.
Country
Belgium Belgium
Director
Screenwriter
Cast
Music
Various
Cinematography
Producer
Co-production Belgium-France-Italy-Germany;
Genre
Drama | Biography. Historical. 18th Century. Opera
Synopsis
Farinelli, is the artistic name of Carlo Broschi, a young singer in Handel's time. He was castrated in his childhood in order to preserve his voice. During his life he becomes to be a very famous opera singer, managed by his mediocre brother (Riccardo).
Awards
1994: Nominated for Oscar: Best Foreign Language Picture
1994: Golden Globe: Best Foreign Language Picture
1994: Awards Cesar: 2 Awards. 3 Nominations
1994: David di Donatello Awards: Best Costume Design. 2 Nominations
1995: National Board of Review (NBR): nominated to Top Five Foreing Films.
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User history
Farinelli (Farinelli the Castrato)
1994
Gérard Corbiau
6.2
(3,406)
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