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Tarja: Act II
Filmed during Tarja’s The Shadow Shows World Tour, during which the influential heavy rock singer circled the world for 7 ½ times with over 300.000 km travelled and played over 200 shows in 40 countries in front of 1 million people. Act II consists of the singer’s very intimate set filmed and recorded live at the Metropolis Studio in London, UK and the breathtaking live performance of one of her shows in Milan, Italy, as well as previously unreleased interviews and photo galleries. Set-List: 1. No Bitter End / 2. 500 Letters / 3. Demons in You / 4. Little Lies / 5. Eagle Eye / 6. Diva / 7. Calling from the Wild / 8. Supremacy (Muse Cover) / 9. Tutankhamen / Ever Dream / The Riddler / Slaying the Dreamer / 10. Undertaker / 11. Lanterna dos Afogados (Os Paralamas do Sucesso Cover) / 12. Love to Hate / 13. Victim of Ritual / 14. I Walk Alone / 15. Innocence / 16. Die Alive / 17. Until My Last Breath.
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Plot Summary
This concert film captures Finnish soprano singer Tarja Turunen performing live during her 'The Shadow Self' and 'The Brightest Void' tours. The performance showcases her distinctive operatic metal style, blending classical influences with heavy rock elements. It features a selection of songs from her solo career, highlighting her vocal prowess and theatrical stage presence.
Critical Reception
As a concert film focused on a specific artist's performance, critical reception is largely based on the quality of the recording, the artist's live execution, and the fan appeal. Reviews typically praise Tarja Turunen's powerful vocals and the energetic stage show, acknowledging its appeal to her established fanbase.
What Reviewers Say
Fans lauded Tarja's exceptional vocal performance and stage presence.
The film is praised for its high production quality and capturing the live concert atmosphere effectively.
It's considered a must-have for fans of Tarja Turunen and symphonic/operatic metal.
Google audience: Audience reviews primarily commend Tarja's unparalleled vocal talent and the captivating live experience presented in the film. Fans appreciate the blend of rock and classical music, considering it a strong representation of her artistic capabilities.
Fun Fact
The concert was filmed over two nights at the Castello Visconteo in Vigevano, Italy, on July 29th and 30th, 2016, although released as 'Act II' in 2018, featuring material from her 'The Shadow Self' and 'The Brightest Void' albums.
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