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Amadeus

Where:

🇦🇹 Austria

When:

The 18th Century The 1820s

Everything you've heard is true... — Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri. Resenting Mozart for both his hedonistic lifestyle and his undeniable talent, the highly religious Salieri is gradually consumed by his jealousy and becomes obsessed with Mozart's downfall, leading to a devious scheme that has dire consequences for both men.

Released in 1984 — 160 minutes

Genres:

Music Drama History

Languages:

English German Italian Latin