Zaide (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, Zaide is a notable film.
What it’s about. Zaide, the unfinished opera by Mozart, in a production directed by Peter Sellars which was the focus of controversy at the Aix-en-Provence Festival in 2008. Composed in 1780, two years before The Abduction from the Seraglio, Zaide contains melodies of incredible inventiveness. The opera lacks an overture, a finale and many spoken dialogues, yet the missing elements allowed Sellars to elaborate and transform the work into a grand manifesto against slavery. Sellars' vision provoked a scandal, as it had previously in Vienna and London, but the Cour de l'Archevêché has experienced plenty of scandals.
Who’s in it. Zaide stars Ekaterina Lekhina, Sean Panikkar and Alfred Walker.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zaide page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zaide (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zaide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Zaide?
- Zaide stars Ekaterina Lekhina, Sean Panikkar and Alfred Walker.
- When was Zaide released?
- Zaide was released in 2008.