Amadeus 1984
“The Man... The Music... The Madness... The Murder... The Motion Picture.”
What is Amadeus?
"Amadeus" is a film about the life of a composer. The story revolves around a disciplined Italian composer who becomes consumed by his emotions towards a young composer from Salzburg.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1984
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 160 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 19, 1984
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- The Saul Zaentz Company
- Budget
- $18,000,000
- Revenue
- $90,007,557
- Genres
- Drama, History, Music
- Updated
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Overview
"Amadeus" is a film about the life of a composer. The story revolves around a disciplined Italian composer who becomes consumed by his emotions towards a young composer from Salzburg. This young composer is known for his remarkable talent and is described as hedonistic. The Italian composer's feelings towards the young composer are rooted in jealousy and resentment. The film explores the complex emotions and relationships between the two composers, highlighting the contrast between the disciplined Italian composer and the young, talented composer from Salzburg.
Should you watch it?
“An Italian composer is consumed by jealousy towards the talented Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.”
- Features a powerful story of jealousy and genius.
- Brings 18th-century classical music to life.
- Runtime is two hours and forty minutes.
- Contains mature themes.
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas about classical music and intense rivalry.
This film is rated PG and contains dramatic themes suited for general audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
It was released on September 19, 1984 in the United States.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Miloš Forman.
What genres are associated with the film?
It is categorized under drama, history, and music.
Who adapted the screenplay?
Peter Shaffer adapted it from his stage play.
Who are some of the cast members?
The cast includes F. Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce, Elizabeth Berridge, and Roy Dotrice.