Magic Fire (1955)

Name: Magic Fire
Genre: Drama, Romance, History
Released: 1955
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 4.2
Cast: Yvonne De Carlo, Carlos Thompson, Rita Gam, Valentina Cortese, Alan Badel

1h 35m United States of America

Drama Romance History

Plot

William Dieterle's 1956 biopic explores the life of renowned composer Richard Wagner, showcasing his artistic journey and turbulent relationships. Carlos Thompson takes on the role of Wagner, supported by a talented cast including Yvonne De Carlo, Rita Gam, Alan Badel, and Valentina Cortese. The film delves into Wagner's complex character, his musical innovations, and the dramatic events that shaped his legacy, offering a vivid portrayal of the man behind the music. Through captivating performances, it captures both the brilliance and the controversies surrounding Wagner's life and work.

Cast

Yvonne De Carlo Carlos Thompson Rita Gam Valentina Cortese Alan Badel Peter Cushing Frederick Valk Gerhard Riedmann Erik Schumann Robert Freitag Heinz Klingenberg Charles Regnier Fritz Rasp Kurt Großkurth Hans Quest