The Divine Spark

The Divine Spark

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1935
1h 22m
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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.

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Mártha Eggerth

Maddalena Fumaroli

Mártha Eggerth
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Phillips Holmes

Vincenzo Bellini

Phillips Holmes
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Benita Hume

Giuditta Pasta

Benita Hume
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Donald Calthrop

Judge Fumaroli

Donald Calthrop
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Arthur Margetson

Ernesto Tosi

Arthur Margetson
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Edmund Breon

Rossini

Edmund Breon
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Basil Gill

Romanie

Basil Gill
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Hugh Miller

Paganini

Hugh Miller
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Edward Chapman

Saverio Mercadante

Edward Chapman

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