Released:
2005-12-01

Overview:
David McVicar’s production of Giulio Cesare manages to combine serious insight with entertainment, bringing Handel's masterpiece to life in a powerful, convincing and highly intelligent way. ln every line of the complex narrative the subtle nuances are apparent, reflecting perfectly the transparent and exquisite nature of Handel's musical expression. Filmed in High Definition and recorded in true surround sound, the outstanding singing of the all-star cast, led superbly by Sarah Connolly, and the vivid playing of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment under the energising baton of William Christie reveal the colour and dramatic character of Handel’s music in a most delightful manner.

Directors:
David McVicar, Robin Lough

Runtime:
3h 26min

Genre:
Music

• Cast:
• 
  Sarah Connolly
  as
  Giulio Cesare
• 
  Danielle de Niese
  as
  Cleopatra
• 
  Angelika Kirchschlager
  as
  Sesto
• 
  Christophe Dumaux
  as
  Tolomeo
• 
  Patricia Bardon
  as
  Cornelia