The Paris Opera

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Product Description Go behind the scenes during one season at the famed Palais Garnier (The Paris Opera), where drama unfolds every day. The Paris Opera turns the spotlight on great passions and tells the story of life at one of the most prestigious performing arts venues in the world. Featuring magnificent performances by Bryn Terfel and Benjamin Millepied, amongst many other top artists, find out what happens before the curtain is raised at this legendary venue. Bonus Features include Commentary by director Jean-Stéphane Bron, Interview with the Director, and short film Les Indes Galantes, by director Clément Cogitore. Review WINNER - Best Documentary - Moscow International Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Locarno Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Rendezvous with French Cinema in New York OFFICIAL SELECTION - San Francisco International Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Seattle International Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Munich International Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Stockholm International Film Festival ---The Paris Opera functions as a stealth backstage chronicle. --Ben Kenigsberg, The New York TimesCovering an eventful artistic season, Jean-Stéphane Bron s The Paris Opera is a well-observed vérité portrait of a major cultural institution. --Sheri Linden, The Los Angeles Times