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(More customer reviews)I had the privilege of seeing Franco Corelli as Calaf during his last years at the Met, and believe me, he spoils you for all other Calafs. Yes, the cover photo shows him in a different costume than this production, but what of that? This is an old B&W production, made for Italian television, with old technology, so don't expect the expanse and color of the Met or the visual clarity and camerawork of a good modern production. But it is wonderful to hear and interesting to watch (what "Turandot" isn't at least somewhat imaginative?), but above all, it is carried by the magnificent voice and carriage of the tenor that could sell "Nessun Dorma" like no other. He looks the part; he acts the part; and his ringing high notes can make you weak in the knees. I don't mean to give the sopranos short shrift, either - they are both excellent. At any rate, if you love this opera, give it a try.
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