1956 · Music
Genres: Music
A film adaptation of Ludwig van Beethoven's opera of the same name. Florestan has been held in a Spanish state prison for many years. When an inspection of the prison becomes inevitable, Florestan must be eliminated. But Fidelio's young assistant can prevent this.
Director: Walter Felsenstein
Writers: Walter Felsenstein
Music by: Hanns Eisler, Erich Bertel
Cinematography: Nicolas Hayer, Hannes Fuchs