If you are an opera lover and have not seen this film, seek it out. Therem has seldom been a better performance and Bergman's handling does not hurt a bit. Amid the excellent cast you will find Birgit Nordin a Queen of Starry night to fulfill your fondest dreams. She has the coloratura agility of a Lily Pons and the histrionic talent of a Maria Callas. And she is very beautiful into the bargain. Honest! I am not related to the lady!
Personally, every time I see THE MAGIC FLUTE, I keep hoping the Queen will prevail over that sanctimonious charlatan Sarastro. So far, she never has.
Personally, every time I see THE MAGIC FLUTE, I keep hoping the Queen will prevail over that sanctimonious charlatan Sarastro. So far, she never has.