Rossini's Ghost

Obviously, this is a fantasy, but the film has charm and will appeal to some children and perhaps even adults who like to reminisce or allow their imaginations to go into free fall. If you are interested in biographies or opera, the DVD is probably not going to stand up to competition. However, if you are hoping to awaken a muse in a child who loves dance or theater, this might be a user-friendly approach. The costuming is good. The bits and pieces of music are well-performed. The film is free of vulgarity but flirtatious. It's not serious entertainment so if looking for a light respite from more serious matters, it can be a good space breaker.

my ten year old daughter loves this movie and now finally owns her own copy!!

Awesome DVD! My music students love this video due to the impression they receive from Rossini. The students always ask me to watch it again. Buy it, it's worth the money!

Very well done. Educational and entertaining.

This was a gift for my daughter. She had seen clips at school and became interested in it. She loves music and so this was a natural gift for her. The film is a little dated, but still enjoyable enough.

Love this film for my students.

Not just for kids... Sophisticated story, memorable music and back story on a great composer.

This film was one of the bestfilms from the composers series. My daughter loved it, she wanted to see it again and again. This film was also very hard to borrow from our local public library since it is so popular, more than other films of this series.It had wonderful historical/cultural setting, beautful costumes. The action of the film was fast, vivid and positive. The girl, a ghost, was sweet. I wish the girl who played the role was a bit more convincing, especially in the beginning. Besides, all actors were very good. The film gave some ideas not only about Rossinim his most known opera (The Barber of Seville) and his music but about the times he lived in.I recommend it to all!