Passion (1996)
Overview
Giorgio, a young soldier, is in love with Clara. But they are separated when Giorgio is posted far away, where he meets the unhappy, unhealthy, and unattractive Fosca, who develops a passionate love for Giorgio and tries to make him love her. This rendition of Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical was recorded on the stage with it's original all-star Broadway cast. Originally broadcast as part of "American Playhouse" on PBS (season thirteen, episode six).
Cast
Donna Murphy
Fosca
Jere Shea
Giorgio
Marin Mazzie
Clara
Gregg Edelman
Colonel Ricci
Tom Aldredge
Dr. Tambourri
Colleen Fitzpatrick
Mistress
Andy Umberger
Fosca's FatherRecommendations
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