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Anyone who loves ancient operatic history must see this extraordinary film. Although in today's day and age, castration in order to preserve the soprano-like vocal artistry of castrati is utterly cruel and inhumane. Farinelli, one of the actual castrati, and probably the moist famous of all castrati in history, is a beautiful film-telling biographical scenario. Historically, it's not totally the real truth, but it is nonetheless a sparkling entertainment. The music, vocal extravagance, exquisitely beautiful costumes and production design, and above all, its breathtaking cinematography, make this film a must see by opera fanatics and anyone who enjoys a movie take about on an obscene, yet fascinating period of opera history. Rent it or buy it, but do see it and enjoy this take on a forgotten art form.