Dido and Aeneas

Dido and Aeneas (1996) is a music, drama film directed by Peter Maniura rated 7.5/10.

Maria Ewing, as Dido, heads an outstanding cast of young British singers in a film adaptation of Henry Purcell’s much-loved tragic opera. With spectacular sets, this intense tale of heroism, passion, betrayal and ultimate tragedy is played out against a backdrop of fiery rituals, evil spells and pageantry.

Cast

Maria Ewing

Dido

Karl Daymond

Aeneas

Sally Burgess

Sorceress

Patricia Rozario

Mary Plazas

James Bowman

Mercury (voice)

Rebecca Evans

Belinda

François Testory

Mercury