
Melancholia (2023)
NR
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Nov 02, 2023 (SE)
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Music, Drama, Science Fiction
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02:45
Lars von Triers film adapted for the stage – world premiere of MELANCHOLIA at the Royal Swedish Opera
At her wedding reception, the beautiful but depressed Justine spots a red star in the sky. It is the planet Melancholia, which is on a collision course with Earth. The bridegroom Michael tries to calm her down with his love, her mother Gaby poisons her with her darkness, and her sister Claire attempts to rescue her with her solicitude. But no-one can stop the mysterious forces ignited within Justine. And Melancholia gets closer and closer…
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Lauren Snouffer
Justine

Rihab Chaieb
Claire

Anne Sofie von Otter
Gaby

Jens Herrmann
Michael

Ola Eliasson
John

Johan Edholm
Jack

Mikael Stenbaek
Tim