1984
2008Inspired by one of the twentieth century's greatest novels, composer Lorin Maazel evokes Orwell's totalitarian nightmare, where "Big Brother" is always watching, and those guilty of "thoughtcrime" are condemned to face their worst fears in the infamous "Room 101". Filmed during world premiere performances of Robert Lepage's spectacular and psychologically gripping Royal Opera production and conducted by the composer, an international cast brings George Orwell's dark vision to shattering operatic life.
Acted in
Simon Keenlyside
as Winston Smith
Nancy Gustafson
as Julia
Richard Margison
as O'Brien
Diana Damrau
as Gym Instructress / Drunken Woman
Graeme Danby
as Charrington
Mary Lloyd-Davis
as Prole Woman
Johnnie Fiori
as Café Singer
Jeremy Irons
as Television Voice
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Chorus of the Royal Opera House
as Chorus
