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Title: A fine looking cast and a complete performance
Review: First of all let me say that I can't think of anything that is bad about this DVD. The performance is of a high quality, the production is fairly traditional and enjoyable, the video and sound quality are top notch (although it's not widescreen). I gave it an extra fifth star for being as complete as it is. Even Alfredo's second act cabaletta is repeated, when many performances cut the whole thing. Gheorghiu is very attractive, which is important in this work, I think. Why would Alfredo fall for a dog? Lopardo is good and without as much of the tendency to sharp notes as I have heard from his other recordings and live performances. Nucci is up to his usual standard, and if you like his timbre (somewhat on the nasal side) you will enjoy his portrayal. Solti's conducting is solid. A thouroughly enjoyable set. I sold my CD set taken from these performances to get the DVD. Totally worth it.
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