Release Date

10 Apr, 1996

Runtime

01:37: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

Academy Award winner Istvan Szabo brings to the screen Offenbach's operettas set against the backdrop of power and intrigue in 19th century Paris. Offenbach's Secret follows the staging of Croquefer and Les deux Aveugles at the Theatre des Bouffes-Parisiens founded by Offenbach in 1855. Limited by French law to one act with no more than three singers, Offenbach's early operettas were filled with biting social commentary and poked fun at the moral ambiguity of France's Second Empire under Napoleon III. In addition to Offenbach's vivacious music, the film features lush costumes, period details, and striking set designs.

Original Title

Offenbachs Geheimnis

Photos

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Actors

Laurence Dale

Graham Clark

Jordán Tamás

Pál Makrai

Crew

Szabó István

Ottokar Runze