1984 (2008)
Starring Simon Keenlyside, Nancy Gustafson, Richard Margison
Directed by Robert Lepage,Brian Large
Inspired by one of the twentieth century's greatest novels, composer Lorin Maazel evokes Orwell's totalitarian nightmare, where 'Big Brother' is always watching, and those guilty of 'thoughtcrime' are condemned to face their worst fears in the infamous 'Room 101'. Filmed during world premiere performances of Robert Lepage's spectacular and psychologically gripping Royal Opera production and conducted by the composer, an international cast brings Orwell's datk vision to shattering operatic life.
Runtime: 147 min.
DVD
Languages: English
Countries: United Kingdom
Genres: Music,Science Fiction
Cast
Winston Smith
Julia
O'Brien
Gym Instructress / Drunken Woman
Charrington
Prole Woman
Café Singer
Television Voice