Boris Godunov
Jan 01, 1990 · 3h 41m
Director
Humphrey BurtonOverview
This is the Andrei Tarkovsky production of the famous Pushkin/Mussorgsky opera, performed in 1990. Modest Mussorgsky's opera in prologue and four acts is performed by the Kirov Opera with performances from Olga Borodina, Alexei Steblianko and Sergei Leiferkust. Boris Godunov has obtained the throne of Russia by murdering the rightful heir Dmitry. An old monk, Pimen, witnessed this, and convinces his apprentice Grigory to avenge Dmitry's death. In the following years Grigory poses as Dmitry, raising an army against Boris, who is now convinced that he is being punished for the murder. Filmed in Russia during the collapse of the Soviet Union, this particular production of Mussorgsky's 1872 tale of political upheaval is considered a highly unique and historical moment in opera. Robert Lloyd stars in the title role of Boris Godunov.
Cast of Boris Godunov
Crew of Boris Godunov
About Boris Godunov
What is Boris Godunov about?
This is the Andrei Tarkovsky production of the famous Pushkin/Mussorgsky opera, performed in 1990. Modest Mussorgsky's opera in prologue and four acts is performed by the Kirov Opera with performances from Olga Borodina, Alexei Steblianko and Sergei Leiferkust. Boris Godunov has obtained the throne of Russia by murdering the rightful heir Dmitry. An old monk, Pimen, witnessed this, and convinces…
When was Boris Godunov released?
Boris Godunov was released on January 1, 1990.
How long is Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov runs 3 hours 41 minutes (221 minutes).
Who directed Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov was directed by Humphrey Burton.
Who is in the cast of Boris Godunov?
The cast of Boris Godunov includes Valery Gergiev (Self - Conductor), Robert Lloyd (Boris Godunov), Olga Borodina (Marina), Alexei Steblianko (Dmitri) and Sergei Leiferkus (Rangoni).