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Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera

2020Movie3 h 10 min

Music
93
ExcellentGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, cathartic music movie about history and society, with standout score and performances.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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The Gershwins’ modern American masterpiece has its first Met performances in almost three decades, starring bass-baritone Eric Owens and soprano Angel Blue in the title roles. Director James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row, a setting vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its inhabitants.

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  • Operatic Tragedy
  • African-American Cultural Heritage
  • Musical Masterpiece
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Historical Drama
  • Vocal Brilliance
  • Social Realism
  • Grand Spectacle
  • Melancholic Beauty

Cast

8 of 8

Crew

Directed by
Gary Halvorson, James Robinson
Written by
Ira Gershwin, DuBose Heyward, Dorothy Heyward
Produced by
Louisa Briccetti, Victoria Warivonchik
Music by
George Gershwin

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Facts

February 1, 2020 · 3 h 10 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released
February 1, 2020
Runtime
3 h 10 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Music
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Box office
$2 million
Available in
14 countries

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Where can I stream Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera from Apple TV Store.

Is Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera worth watching?

93
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 93.

Is Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera okay for kids?

ViolenceStrong language

Yes: its content advisories are violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Porgy and Bess - Metropolitan Opera plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.