Macbeth
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Fusing Shakespeare‘s tragedy with the Verdi opera, Schroeter's Macbeth is a fascinating television experiment shot entirely in a studio with several electronic cameras. As Schroeter would recall, "I arranged the Verdi music for a quartet of violin, accordion, piano and oboe, but modeled the rhythms on Argentinian tangos and boleros. The actors sang with horrifying, shrill voices.... The use of video allowed me to produce extraordinary colors.... Of all my films, Macbeth was most unwelcome: Audiences don’t like their Shakespeare to be presented in this way, but I do not differentiate between kitsch and culture...". - MoMA
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Macbeth released?+
Macbeth was released on December 18, 1971.
Who directed Macbeth?+
Macbeth was directed by Werner Schroeter.
Who stars in Macbeth?+
The main cast of Macbeth includes Anette Tirier, Magdalena Montezuma, Sigurd Salto, Suzanne Sheed.
How long is Macbeth?+
Macbeth has a runtime of 1h.
What genre is Macbeth?+
Macbeth is classified as Drama, TV Movie.
What is the rating of Macbeth?+
Macbeth has an average audience rating of 7.3 out of 10, based on 3 votes.
How to watch Macbeth online?+
Macbeth (1971) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
Is Macbeth available on any streaming platform?+
Macbeth is not available on streaming platforms yet. We track its OTT and streaming release, so check back for updates on where it will be available online.
What is the OTT release date of Macbeth?+
Macbeth had its theatrical/initial release on December 18, 1971. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
