
Plot
Inspired by one of the twentieth century's greatest novels, composer Lorin Maazel evokes Orwell's totalitarian nightmare, where "Big Brother" is always watching, and those guilty of "thoughtcrime" are condemned to face their worst fears in the infamous "Room 101". Filmed during world premiere performances of Robert Lepage's spectacular and psychologically gripping Royal Opera production and conducted by the composer, an international cast brings George Orwell's dark vision to shattering operatic life.
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Cast

Simon Keenlyside
Winston Smith

Nancy Gustafson
Julia

Richard Margison
O'Brien

Diana Damrau
Gym Instructress / Drunken Woman

Graeme Danby
Charrington

Mary Lloyd-Davis
Prole Woman

Johnnie Fiori
Café Singer

Jeremy Irons
Television Voice

Orchestra of the Royal Opera House

Chorus of the Royal Opera House
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