In the Shadow of the Stars
A hilarious and affectionate look at the path to stardom inside the competitive world of opera. Filmmakers Allie Light and Irving Saraf relegate the divas to the background and focus on a limelight-craving group of "choristers" -- the seldom-noticed singers who stand behind the soloists portraying peasants, soldiers and slaves.
- Overview
- Crew
- Recommendations
In the Shadow of the Stars
- Overview
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Aug 14, 1991
Runtime
1h 33m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
58%
Original Title
In the Shadow of the Stars
Director
Allie Light
Description
A hilarious and affectionate look at the path to stardom inside the competitive world of opera. Filmmakers Allie Light and Irving Saraf relegate the divas to the background and focus on a limelight-craving group of "choristers" -- the seldom-noticed singers who stand behind the soloists portraying peasants, soldiers and slaves.
Crew
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