Passion
movie
A staged concert performance of Sondheim's Tony-winning show.
Released March 31, 2005
Overview
Passion is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine. The story was adapted from Ettore Scola's film Passione d'Amore. Central themes include love, sex, obsession, illness, passion, beauty, power and manipulation. Set in 19th century Italy, the plot concerns a young soldier and the changes in him brought about by the obsessive love of Fosca, his Colonel's homely, ailing cousin.
Runtime
1h 57m
Origin Country
United States
Original Language
English
Original Title
Passion
Status
Released
Production Countries
- United States of America
Spoken Languages
- English
Production Companies
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
United States
