I don't know how this movie has gotten 50% favorable reviews but I had to make a profile just to write this, which I've never done before. I am certain that if you love the magic flute in a way that is not superficial and snobbish you will love the movie! So many terrific little Easter eggs throughout. The libretto is a fantastic translation. There is just the right amount of modernity in the singing styles to make it new, but the songs are on point. Yes the singing isn't like you'd heard at the Met but it's more than adequate. I mean the night queen aria is fantasy overload and All the visuals are wonderful plus you get F Murray Abraham as a pretentious headmaster of Mozart school! The movie is a faithfully joyous adaptation that is rooted in dee affection and understanding of what makes the opera timeless and monumental. I really really wish more people cared about this kind of music.
Review of The Magic Flute
