I thought Richard Thorpe always managed to present these semi-sumptuous dramas quite well, and here - despite the rather simpering presence of Ann Blyth, he does manage to encapsulate effectively the rags to riches story of acclaimed tenor Enrico Caruso (Mario Lanza). Nobody cared much for the man's skills at home in Napoli - coming from a typically large family and expected to make a living with his hands rather…
The Intimate Story of a Man with a Voice as Great as His Heart!
Enrico Caruso's only passion is to sing. For that, he leaves his hometown of Naples, Italy, and travels to America to sing for the Metropolitan Opera. At first, his lack of education and poor background make him an outcast in the high-class opera world. Eventually, his voice wins him both fans and the hand of his love, Dorothy. But his nonstop pace and desire to perform at any cost eventually take their toll on the singer's health.
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Mario Lanza
Enrico Caruso
Ann Blyth
Dorothy Benjamin
Dorothy Kirsten
Louise Heggar
Jarmila Novotná
Maria Selka
Richard Hageman
Carlo Santi
Carl Benton Reid
Park Benjamin
Eduard Franz
Giulio Gatti-Casazza
Ludwig Donath
Alfredo Brazzi
Alan Napier
Jean de Reszke
Blanche Thebom
Vocalist - Opera Montage
Teresa Celli
Vocalist - Opera Montage
Nicola Moscona
Vocalist - Opera Montage
Giuseppe Valdengo
Vocalist - Opera Montage
Lucine Amara
Vocalist - Opera Montage
Marina Koshetz
Vocalist - Opera Montage
George Chakiris
Dancer (uncredited)
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FAQ about The Great Caruso
What is The Great Caruso about?
Enrico Caruso's only passion is to sing. For that, he leaves his hometown of Naples, Italy, and travels to America to sing for the Metropolitan Opera. At first, his lack of education and poor background make him an outcast in the high-class opera world. Eventually, his voice…
When was The Great Caruso released?
The Great Caruso was released in 1951.
What genres does The Great Caruso belong to?
The Great Caruso is categorised as Drama, Music.
Who stars in The Great Caruso?
The cast of The Great Caruso includes Mario Lanza, Ann Blyth, Dorothy Kirsten, Jarmila Novotná, Richard Hageman.