  Chaliapin: The Enchanter / Remembering The Great Russian Bass (2000) (Dvd)Chaliapin: The Enchanter / Remembering The Great Russian Bass (2000) (Dvd)
UPC Number: 032031443990
Actors: Sergei Leiferkus
Directors: Elisabeth Kapnist
Format: Black & White, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Language: English, French, Russian
Region: Region 1
Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
Number of discs: 1
Studio: KULTUR VIDEO
Release date: January 27, 2009
Run time: 60 minutes
Product Description
A Film By Elisabeth KapnistMemories Of The Great Russian BassFyodor Chaliapin was, at the turn of the 20th century, one of the greatest opera singers Russia ever produced. His talent was simply colossal. With a naturally beautiful voice, a strong physical presence and painstaking preparation for all his roles, he created characters of such depth that audiences were spellbound. Shot on location in Paris and Moscow, this biographical film includes fascinating newsreel footage and archive film of Ivan the Terrible and Don Quichotte. It also features interviews with members of Chaliapin's family, and many who were inspired by him including Sergei Leiferkus and Alexei Mochalov. IMZ Vienna TV Award 2000 for Best Documentary
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