The Divine Spark(1935)
The Divine Spark Synopsis
Recounting the life and romantic struggles of the celebrated Italian opera composer Vincenzo Bellini. Set in 19th-century Naples, the story follows the young and ambitious Bellini as he struggles to establish himself in the world of classical music. Bellini falls deeply in love with Maddalena Fumaroli, the daughter of a high-ranking official. Her devotion and faith in his talent serve as the "divine spark" that drives him to compose his most famous works, including the opera Norma. Their romance faces stiff opposition from Maddalena’s father, who views a struggling musician as an unsuitable match for his daughter. To ensure Bellini’s success, Maddalena makes significant personal sacrifices, eventually leading to a poignant and tragic conclusion.
The Divine Spark (1935) is a music film directed by Carmine Gallone, released on June 1, 1935 with a runtime of 1h 22m. It stars Mártha Eggerth, Phillips Holmes, Benita Hume and Donald Calthrop. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Carmine Gallone
- Writers:
- Richard Benson, Walter Reisch, Emlyn Williams
- Producers:
- Arnold Pressburger
- Cinematographer:
- Franz Planer
- Production:
- Alleanza Cinematografica Italiana (A.C.I.)
- Status:
- Released
The Divine Spark Cast & Crew
Main cast
Mártha Eggerth
as Maddalena Fumaroli
Phillips Holmes
as Vincenzo Bellini
Benita Hume
as Giuditta Pasta
Donald Calthrop
as Judge Fumaroli
Arthur Margetson
as Ernesto Tosi
Edmund Breon
as Rossini
Basil Gill
as Romanie
Hugh Miller
as Paganini
Edward Chapman
as Saverio Mercadante
Key crew
Directed by Carmine Gallone, written by Richard Benson, Walter Reisch and Emlyn Williams, produced by Arnold Pressburger.
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The Divine Spark Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The Divine Spark – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Divine Spark?
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The main cast of The Divine Spark (1935) includes Mártha Eggerth, Phillips Holmes, Benita Hume, Donald Calthrop and Arthur Margetson. The film was directed by Carmine Gallone. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Divine Spark released?
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The Divine Spark was released on June 1, 1935 and runs for 1h 22m.
Is The Divine Spark worth watching?
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The Divine Spark (1935) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.