The way she smiles with her eyes tells an entire story on its own: of a woman who yearns to be seen and adored, and who finally gets these things whenever Hayes walks into a room. It's a thrilling performance, and it proves to be heartbreaking even when the movie speeds through its...
(I must admit that because of less than optimal acoustics, I am not a great fan of outdoor opera performances.) But I was very happy to see a full-sized orchestra seated in front of me and behind it a lovely set featuring a staircase to the entrance of a church one might find in ...