One of the masters of the New German Cinema, Werner Herzog is known for his love of Wagnerian dramatics and epic struggles. His television documentary, GESUALDO, tells the story of the composer Carlo Gesualdo. The Italian composer, who lived during the Renaissance, is considered by many to foreshadow the work of Herzog's beloved Wagner.

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.78
Audio:
Dolby Digital Stereo - English

Distributor Notes: Werner Herzog's chilling story of sixteenth century composer Don Carol Gesualdo, Prince of Venosa, whose life embraced sexual excess, ghastly murder and obsession. Filmed on location in Italy, the program explores both Gesualdo's musical legacy and the extraordinary influence his tormented life has continued to exert on those whose lives crossed his path. Contributors include Gerald Pace, director of The Gesualdo Consort, Alan Curtis, music director of the singing ensemble II Complesso Barocco, and Professor Ludica of the Archeological Museum in Venosa.

Source: Image Entertainment, Inc.

Werner Herzog: German Director/Screenwriter/Producer, FITZCARRALDO (1982)