Review – The Magic Flute (2006)

Ever since the first time I watched Amadeus I’ve wanted to see a full production of this legendary Mozart opera. Though this production gives the story an odd World War One spin and occasional music-video-y treatment, the quality of the music and the performances shines through. A note of respect to director Kenneth Branagh for insisting on actual opera singers rather than famous actors mouthing songs performed by someone else. At the cost of distribution difficulties, he bought his movie a solid note of authenticity. Worth seeing