Cosi fan tutte
Cosi fan tutte

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Cosi fan tutte

2010
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German

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IMDb7.7/10
Director: Jonathan MillerGenres: Opera, Music

Plot Summary

This opera by Mozart, set in a military camp, follows two officers who, with the help of the cynical Don Alfonso, bet that they can seduce each other's fiancées. The officers disguise themselves as Albanians to test their lovers' fidelity. The ensuing deceptions and emotional turmoil explore themes of love, loyalty, and the fickle nature of human affection.

Critical Reception

Jonathan Miller's staging of Mozart's "Cosi fan tutte" was generally well-received for its intelligent direction and strong vocal performances, though some critics found the 18th-century setting a little conventional. The production was praised for its clarity and understanding of the opera's comedic and dramatic nuances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong vocal performances, particularly from the leads.

  • Applauded for Jonathan Miller's insightful and clear direction.

  • Noted for effectively conveying the opera's complex emotional and comedic layers.

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Fun Fact

The title 'Cosi fan tutte' translates to 'Thus do they all,' a phrase that appears in the opera itself and reflects its central theme of female inconstancy.

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