The Paris Opera

This documentary provides an inside look at the daily operations of the Paris Opera under the leadership of Stéphane Lissner. The film follows the institution over a period of eighteen months, capturing the personal passions and professional conflicts of the dancers, musicians, and technical staff. Central events include the preparations for the production of Moses und Aaron, the challenges of a potential strike, and the presence of a bull used as a performer. Through these moments, the film examines the tension and dedication required to maintain one of the most prestigious cultural centers in the world.

Directed and written by Jean-Stéphane Bron, the film is the second of three listed works in his career, following Cleveland Versus Wall Street and preceding Construction Site. The production was a joint effort between companies in France and Switzerland, featuring Stéphane Lissner appearing as himself. The movie has a runtime of 110 minutes. Audience reception has been generally positive, with a rating of 7/10 on IMDb based on 282 votes and a 7.2/10 on TMDB from 17 votes.