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Weber was at the forefront of the rise of German Romantic opera and sought to dethrone Rossini from his position as the leading operatic composer in Europe. In his breakthrough and most popular opera Der Freischütz (The Marksman) composed in 1821, he succeeded in his aim of establishing a truly German form. Turning to the folklore and folk songs of his native land he took a story of a marksman who makes a pact with the Devil, vesting it with powerful intensity not least in the famous Wolfs Glen scene and an astonishing control of orchestral color and atmosphere.
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How long is Der Freischütz?
Der Freischütz has a runtime of 2h 15m (2 hours and 15 minutes).
Who directed Der Freischütz?
Der Freischütz was directed by Jean-Pierre Loisil and released in 2019.
What genre is Der Freischütz?
Der Freischütz is a Music film (2019).
Who stars in Der Freischütz?
The cast of Der Freischütz includes Michael Kraus, Frank van Hove, Julia Kleiter, Stephen Milling.
