Plácido Domingo Movies

A pampered Chihuahua accustomed to the living the good life in glamorous Beverly Hills must rein in her heiress instincts and rely on the kindness of strangers in order to find her way back home after becoming hopelessly lost in Mexico. Chloe (voice of Drew Barrymore) is a diamond-clad toy dog who favors traveling in her wealthy owner's purse over frolicking in an open park, and Papi (voice of George Lopez) is the kind of independent pup that she doesn't afford a second glance. When a vacation mishap leaves Chloe stranded in Mexico, the Chihuahua who doesn't speak a lick of Spanish must rely on street-smart German shepherd Delgado (voice of Andy Garcia) to guide her back home before she wanders any further south. Meanwhile, brave Papi races to the border intent on proving his love for Chloe by tracking her down and escorting her home in style. Along the way, Papi is joined by an enthusiastic pack of helpful pooches (voices of Luis Guzman, Plácido Domingo, and Eddie "Piolin" Sotelo) a pair of concerned humans (Piper Perabo and Manolo Cardona), an anxious iguana (voice of Paul Rodriguez), and a crafty rat (voice of Cheech Marin). ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

This opera compilation release features a 'Best Of' tribute to late 19th and early 20th century composer Giacomo Puccini, with clips of his works performed onstage by numerous heavyweights. Featured performers include: Luciano Pavarotti, Sherrill Milnes, Mirella Freni and many others. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

Famed tenor Placido Domingo headlines this December 2006 stage production of Tan Dun's unique opera The First Emperor, mounted by Raise the Red Lantern director Zhang Yimou. Dun composed the score and conducts; he also co-authored the libretto with Ha Jin, adapting both historical records by Sima Qian and the screenplay The Legend of the Bloody Zheng by Lu Wei. This filmed outing bears an unusual footnote, as one in a series of early 21st century filmed operas released to mainstream theaters by New York's Metropolitan Opera in High Definition (HD) format. It contains not merely the said opera, but interviews with the various participants conducted by the late Beverly Sills, and extensive behind-the-scenes footage. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

This evening of opera music features the great tenor Placido Domingo, soprano Anna Netrebko, and tenor Rolando Villazon performing individually and together on a number of selections written by the most famous composers of all time. Among the artists whose work appear during the concert are Verdi, Bizet, Rossini, and Puccini. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Also known as the Kirov Opera and Ballet Theater, the Mariinsky Theater, located in the Russian city of Saint Petersburg, is one of the world's most prestigious venues for music and dance. Built in 1859, the building briefly fell into disuse following the Soviet Revolution in 1917, but was reopened as a cultural center that brought high art to the people, and despite extensive damage during the Siege of Leningrad, the building was restored in 1944. Though it played host to some of Russia's most famous performers for over a century and a quarter, the Mariinsky's future became uncertain following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, but under the guidance of artistic director Valery Gergiev, the theater has re-established its reputation as one of the most vital centers for opera and ballet in the world, and attracts fans from all corners of the globe. Sacred Stage: The Mariinski Theater is a documentary which offers a look at this beautiful home to the performing arts, as well as offering glimpses from its distinguished past and energetic present. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

As mounted by the Teatro Giuseppe Verdi in Busseto, Parma, and helmed by stage and film director Franco Zeffirelli (Endless Love), this 2002 production of Verdi's iconic opera La Traviata stars Violetta Valery as Stefania Bonfadelli, Flora Bervoix as Annely Peebo, and Annina as Paola Leveroni. El Camborio choreographs; The Orchestra and Chorus of the Fondazione Arturo Toscanini provide musical accompaniment. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

The legendary Teatro Alla Scala in Milan and Rai Trade joined forces to mount this elaborate 2001 production of Giuseppe Verdi's four-act 1887 opera Otello. Verdi originally adapted the material itself from Shakespeare's great tragedy of the titular ill-fated Moor. This particular version stars tenor Plácido Domingo as Otello, Leo Nucci as Iago and Barbara Frittoli as Desdemona; Graham Vick directs for the stage, and Ezio Frigerio designed the sets. The Orchestra and Chorus of the Teatro Alla Scala provide musical accompaniment under the baton of Riccardo Muti. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

Featuring the internationally renowned tenor Plácido Domingo, Christmastime in Vienna is an annual holiday production featuring some of the music world's most celebrated performers. This production showcases the talents of Alejandro Fernandez, Patricia Kaas, and, of course, Domingo. Conducted by Steven Mercurio, selections include "Blanca Navidad," "Un Mensaje de Amor y de Paz," "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "Silent Night," and more. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide

Richard Wagner's operatic retelling of the story of the search for the Holy Grail receives a lavish production in this video, which records performances held in Bayreuth, St. Petersburg, and Ravello, Italy. Internationally renowned tenor Placido Domingo leads the distinguished cast; Tony Palmer directs. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Featuring opera legends Placido Domingo and Jose Carreras, this production includes selections from La Boheme, Carmen, La Traviata, Madam Butterfly, The Barber of Seville, and Turandot, among others. Noted sopranos Raina Kabaivanska and Janet Baker also make appearances, as well as Cecilia Gasdia, Nicola Martinucci, Eva Marton, and Neil Shicoff. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide

This production of Umberto Giordano's Fedora, stars Mirella Freni in the title role, and offers performances by Ainhoa Artera, Dwayne Croft, and Placido Domingo. This production was stages with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus under the direction of conductor Roberto Abbado. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Famed tenor Placido Domingo presents this special Christmas concert, in which he's joined by British vocal star Sarah Brightman and Italian pop sensation Riccardo Cocciante. Selections include Deck The Halls, The Closing Of The Year and Silent Night, as well as new compositions by Ian Anderson and The Bee Gees. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide