Looking for Don Giovanni

About This Movie

Looking for Don Giovanni offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind a fresh interpretation of Mozart's opera. Nayo Titzin's camera captures the behind-the-scenes tension, as conductor René Jacobs and his team grapple with long-held interpretations that might have missed the mark for centuries. The film weaves together interviews and rehearsal footage, creating a palpable atmosphere of artistic inquiry. The pacing feels organic, allowing moments of doubt and revelation to unfold naturally. There's a certain rawness to the performances, as the artists wrestle with the legacy of the work. It’s more than just a documentary about opera; it's a quest for musical truth that resonates on several levels. You can sense the passion and the urgency to redefine a classic.

Focuses on the production processExplores reinterpretation of classic worksFeatures interviews with notable artists