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Dido and Aeneas (1996)

Movie ★ 7.5 56 min

Music Drama Romance History

Maria Ewing, as Dido, heads an outstanding cast of young British singers in a film adaptation of Henry Purcell’s much-loved tragic opera. With spectacular sets, this intense tale of heroism, passion, betrayal and ultimate tragedy is played out against a backdrop of fiery rituals, evil spells and pageantry.

Peter Maniura Director Nahum Tate Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 18, 1996
Runtime
56 min
IMDb
tt0255928
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Cast

Maria Ewing Maria Ewing Dido Karl Daymond Aeneas Sally Burgess Sorceress Patricia Rozario Mary Plazas James Bowman Mercury (voice) Rebecca Evans Belinda François Testory François Testory Mercury

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Frequently asked questions

What is Dido and Aeneas about?
Maria Ewing, as Dido, heads an outstanding cast of young British singers in a film adaptation of Henry Purcell’s much-loved tragic opera. With spectacular sets, this intense tale of heroism, passion, betrayal and ultimate tragedy is played out against a backdrop of fiery rituals, evil spells and pageantry.
Who directed Dido and Aeneas?
Dido and Aeneas was directed by Peter Maniura.
Who stars in Dido and Aeneas?
Dido and Aeneas stars Maria Ewing, Karl Daymond, Sally Burgess, Patricia Rozario.
When was Dido and Aeneas released?
Dido and Aeneas is a 1996 music, drama, romance, history film.
Where can I watch Dido and Aeneas?
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