Gipsy Blood (1931)
In 1931, Sir Malcolm Sargent – then a rising young conductor – acted as musical director for this first filmed musical version of Prosper Mérimée’s classic story of passion and fatal jealousy, Carmen. With a score based on Bizet’s opera, Gipsy Blood features celebrated American soprano Marguerite Namara as the capricious gypsy girl from the cigarette factory; her co-performers include Thomas Burke as Carmen’s tormented lover, Don José, and New Zealand-born baritone Lance Fairfax as his rival, the toreador Escamillo.
Top Cast
Marguerite Namara
Carmen
Thomas F. Burke
Don Jose
Lance Fairfax
Escamillo
Lester Matthews
Zuniga
Mary Clare
Factory Girl
Lewin Mannering
Innkeeper
Hay Petrie
Remenado
Dennis Wyndham
Doncairo
FAQ about Gipsy Blood
What is Gipsy Blood about?
In 1931, Sir Malcolm Sargent – then a rising young conductor – acted as musical director for this first filmed musical version of Prosper Mérimée’s classic story of passion and fatal jealousy, Carmen. With a score based on Bizet’s opera, Gipsy Blood features celebrated American…
When was Gipsy Blood released?
Gipsy Blood was released in 1931.
What genres does Gipsy Blood belong to?
Gipsy Blood is categorised as Music, Drama.
Who stars in Gipsy Blood?
The cast of Gipsy Blood includes Marguerite Namara, Thomas F. Burke, Lance Fairfax, Lester Matthews, Mary Clare.