Tosca: A Tale of Love and Torture (2000)

This Opera Australia production of Puccini's Tosca, filmed at the Sydney Opera House, explores love, betrayal, and murder in 19th-century Rome. Set during a financially challenging time for the company, rehearsals begin with only three weeks until opening night. Director Cathy Dadd and conductor Roderick Brydon face mounting pressure as the production builds towards its climax. The film offers an intimate look at the artists' dedication, capturing the backstage drama and emotional intensity from the initial rehearsals all the way to opening night.