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The Divine Spark (1935)

★ 8.0/10 82 min Music United Kingdom, Italy English
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Description

Recounting the life and romantic struggles of the celebrated Italian opera composer Vincenzo Bellini. Set in 19th-century Naples, the story follows the young and ambitious Bellini as he struggles to establish himself in the world of classical music. Bellini falls deeply in love with Maddalena Fumaroli, the daughter of a high-ranking official. Her devotion and faith in his talent serve as the "divine spark" that drives him to compose his most famous works, including the opera Norma. Their romance faces stiff opposition from Maddalena’s father, who views a struggling musician as an unsuitable match for his daughter. To ensure Bellini’s success, Maddalena makes significant personal sacrifices, eventually leading to a poignant and tragic conclusion.

Top Cast

Mártha Eggerth
Mártha Eggerth Maddalena Fumaroli
Phillips Holmes
Phillips Holmes Vincenzo Bellini
Benita Hume
Benita Hume Giuditta Pasta
Donald Calthrop
Donald Calthrop Judge Fumaroli
Arthur Margetson
Arthur Margetson Ernesto Tosi
Edmund Breon
Edmund Breon Rossini
Basil Gill
Basil Gill Romanie
Hugh Miller
Hugh Miller Paganini

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