In the Penal Colony
Based on a story by Franz Kafka, this Philip Glass opera is set at the turn of the 20th century on a remote island where a high-ranking visitor arrives to witness the use of a strange machine in the execution of a prisoner. It is a parable for the consequences of the abuse of power and corruption.
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In the Penal Colony
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Apr 13, 2021
Runtime
1h 17m
Genres
Music
Original Title
In the Penal Colony
Director
Arturo Bejar
Description
Based on a story by Franz Kafka, this Philip Glass opera is set at the turn of the 20th century on a remote island where a high-ranking visitor arrives to witness the use of a strange machine in the execution of a prisoner. It is a parable for the consequences of the abuse of power and corruption.
