| Bizet - Carmen / Obraztsova, Domingo, Mazurok, Buchanan, Rydl, Zednik, Kleiber, Vienna Opera | 
| Actors: Carlos Kleiber, Elena Obraztsova, Juri Mazurok, Isobel Buchanan, Kurt Rydl
Studio: Tdk DVD Video
Category: DVD
List Price: $29.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (11 reviews)
Sales Rank: 11278
Format: Classical, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Language: French (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 154 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: CLOPCAR
UPC: 824121000974
EAN: 0824121000974
ASIN: B0006U6Q6Q
Release Date: January 18, 2005
Theatrical Release Date: 1978
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
 The BEST Carmen on video! Brilliant! Extraordinary! September 11, 2008
Well, if it was possible to give 10 stars i would obviously give it.
The world-known, outstanding russian mezzo Elena Obraztsova is uncompareable in the role of Carmen. Sexy, seductive, mad, charming! Her voice is deep, dark and expressive. Franco Zeffirelli said the in the interview that there were only 3 women that impressed him in his life - Maria Callas, Anna Maniani and Elena Obraztsova. So here we have it. Just look at and listen to Habanera, Seguidilla, Gupsys song, card scene and final scene.
Placido Domingo is wonderful in the role of Don Jose. So passionate. And you really believe that he is mad on Carmen.
Yuri Mazurok, uncomparable russian bariton, gives Escamillio that makes you tremble.
And Karlos Kleiber gives the real Bizet.
Don't hesitate. This DVd is really worth.
Sensational Opera July 30, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Second only to the movie prodction of Bizet's opera CARMEN. First class stage
production. Seasoned professionals in all roles.
Yes! March 28, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Of course many different great artists made this production a great one but I decided to buy this DVD only because of Carlos Kleiber and I couldn't be happier.
 nice performance November 7, 2006
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Nice performance. Splendid Vienna opera. But Obraztsova is not vivid and young enough for Carmen. This DVD is good for home classical collection.
Buy this version! April 1, 2006
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
The first time I saw Carmen was on this DVD and I was amazed. The end almost brought me to tears. I think the cast as a whole did a great job in this performance. Pl?cido Domingo sounds great as usual, if not better; he really sings his heart out especially in the Flower Aria and at the very end. And even though Elena Obraztsova may not be the best looking Carmen, though she's not bad, her singing is amazing and she has a very deep voice, and in an opera the singing's the most important in my opinion. Besides, some of the cigarette/factory girls look pretty decent, and I thought Obraztsova's acting was good for the part too. I think Yuri Mazurok was perfect for Escamillo, the Toreador and I think deserved applause after he sung the Toreador song (Votre Toast). Isobel Buchanan (as Michaela) is also a great singer, she can really hit the high notes well and is flawless throughout the whole performance. There is a lot going on in this performance and it's kind of busy with large amounts of people but I think it adds to the excitement of the opera.
I also have to say Carlos Kleiber and The Vienna State Opera orchestra go perfect together. When Kleiber conducts, it seems to come so natural to him, he looks so relaxed and laidback during the quiet parts, and so energetic, conducting extremely fast during some other parts, and the outcome is great. I will say, this opera and performance is one of those things where words can't describe it enough, you have to see for yourself. So if you're looking for a Carmen to buy, buy this one and you won't be sorry.
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