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Stephen Fry
Wagner and Me
Extra Credit

Stephen Fry is a known English actor, commentator and comedian both in television and motion pictures. For American audiences he is known for his portrayal of the “Master of Lake Town” in “The Hobbit: the Desolation of Smaug” and “The Battle of the Five Armies” films.
In this film, he explores the life and work of Richard Wagner. He also tells of his own experience with Wagner’s music from his youth until now. (note: some of the sound has been eliminated from the film for unknown reasons)
For extra credit, write up to a 3 page paper which identifies and defines those major themes in this film that stand out to you. Finish your paper with a personal response to the film and/or the issues presented; particularly if you agree or disagree with Stephen Fry’s conclusion at the end of the film. Use COD guidelines for format, font etc.
Here are some of the highpoints of the film
1) The musical, dramatic and production qualities that Stephen Fry admires in both Wagner and the continuing efforts of the Bayreuth Festival. (Beginning – 10’21”)
2) The major problem for Stephen Fry with Wagner’s music and dramas at the Bayreuth Festival. (10’25” – 11’08”)
3) The “opera scene” in the generations before Wagner. (11’10” – 13’00”)
4) Wagner’s response to the prevailing “opera scene.” (14’50” – 17’02”)
5) The “Ring” operas concepts and ideas. (33’13” – 43’00”)
6) The support and influence of Ludwig II. (42’00” – 46’03”)
7) The possible dilemmas of trying to create Wagner’s dramas in real life. (46’02”” – 52’45”)
8) Cosima (52’50”)
Stephen Fry
Wagner and Me
Extra Credit
9) Bayreuth theater (Festspielhaus ), Hitler, Parsifal (53’09” – 1:18’46”)
10) Stephen’s “heart issue” and conclusions (1:18’46” – end)