Romeo & Julia

Romeo & Julia (2006)

A tragic romance story, reborn in a rock musical style.

  • Genre: Drama, Romance, Comedy, Music
  • Release Date: 2006-08-25
  • Runtime: 2h 31min
  • Language: Eesti
  • Production Company: Eesti Riiklik Nukuteater / Noorsooteater
  • Director: Andres Dvinjaninov

Summary

Romeo & Julia is a landmark Estonian rock musical that first captured the nation's heart at its 2006 premiere. Based on William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, this modern reimagining transports the "star-crossed lovers" to a contemporary setting, replacing ancient swords with a clash of modern values and social classes. The story follows Romeo (a working-class youth) and Julia (the daughter of a wealthy banker) as they navigate a forbidden romance amidst a decades-long feud between their families. It is a powerful exploration of the struggle between true emotion and a material world, where a tragic end brings reconciliation only after it is too late to save the young lovers.

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  • Kristjan Kasearu

    as Romeo
  • Hele Kõrve

    as Julia
  • Jaagup Kreem

    as Merc
  • Taavi Tõnisson

    as Ben
  • Tarmo Männard

    as Tüüp
  • Anti Kobin

    as Greg
  • Kaire Vilgats

    as Amps
  • Tõnu Kilgas

    as Paris
Directing Andres Dvinjaninov Director
Writing Elmar Liitmaa Musical
Writing Jaagup Kreem Musical
Writing Jaagup Kreem Lyricist
Writing Elmar Liitmaa Lyricist
Sound Kaire Vilgats Music Director

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