Strauss: Elektra(2016)
The Metropolitan Opera: Elektra
Strauss: Elektra Synopsis
The great singing actress Nina Stemme gives a heart-wrenching performance in the title role of Strauss’s blazing one-act drama, adapted from the ancient Greek myth. Patrice Chéreau’s acclaimed production—the last staging he worked on before his death in 2013—also stars Waltraud Meier as Klytämnestra, Elektra’s nightmare-haunted mother, Adrianne Pieczonka as Chrysothemis, her sister, and Eric Owens as Orest, their brother, whose return home brings their family story to a terrifying climax. Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts the monumental and highly influential score.
Strauss: Elektra (2016) is a music film directed by Gary Halvorson, released on April 30, 2016 with a runtime of 1h 52m. It stars Nina Maria Stemme, Waltraud Meier, Adrianne Pieczonka and Eric Owens. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Gary Halvorson
- Writers:
- Hugo von Hofmannsthal
- Composer:
- Richard Strauss
- Production:
- The Metropolitan Opera
- Status:
- Released
Strauss: Elektra (2016) Trailer
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Strauss: Elektra Cast & Crew
Main cast
Nina Maria Stemme
as Elektra
Waltraud Meier
as Klytaemnestra
Adrianne Pieczonka
as Chrysothemis
Eric Owens
as Orestes
- Burkhard Ulrich
Burkhard Ulrich
as Aegisth
Esa-Pekka Salonen
as Self - Conductor
MET Orchestra
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Gary Halvorson, written by Hugo von Hofmannsthal.
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Strauss: Elektra Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Strauss: Elektra – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Strauss: Elektra online?
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Strauss: Elektra (2016) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Strauss: Elektra?
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The main cast of Strauss: Elektra (2016) includes Nina Maria Stemme, Waltraud Meier, Adrianne Pieczonka, Eric Owens and Burkhard Ulrich. The film was directed by Gary Halvorson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Strauss: Elektra released?
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Strauss: Elektra was released on April 30, 2016 and runs for 1h 52m.
Is Strauss: Elektra worth watching?
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Strauss: Elektra (2016) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Strauss: Elektra?
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