Amadeus

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Tom Hulce) is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri (F. Murray Abraham). Resenting Mozart for both his hedonistic lifestyle and his undeniable talent, the highly religious Salieri is gradually consumed by his jealousy and becomes obsessed with Mozart's downfall, leading to a devious scheme that has dire consequences for both men.

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Critics Consensus

Amadeus' liberties with history may rankle some, but the creative marriage of Miloš Forman and Peter Shaffer yields a divinely diabolical myth of genius and mediocrity, buoyed by inspired casting and Mozart's rapturous music.

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Jay Scott

Globe and Mail

Decorated with a powdered-sugar sweetness and creamy lavishness unseen since the days of Josef von Sternberg, and performed by an eager to please, rootin'-tootin' American cast that would be comfortable in Oklahoma!, Amadeus is junk food par excellence.

Aug 8, 2022

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Gene Siskel

Chicago Tribune

The subject of artistic creation is typically handled badly in the movies... [Amadeus] treats the subject of creativity in a fresh way.

Rated: 3.5/4

Jul 11, 2022

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Roger Ebert

Chicago Sun-Times

This is Mozart as an eighteenth-century Bruce Springsteen, and yet (here is the genius of the movie) there is nothing cheap or unworthy about the approach.

Rated: 4/4

Jul 11, 2022

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

A grandly entertaining period piece.

Rated: 3.5/4

May 18, 2024

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Mark Johnson

Awards Daily

Lavish and flamboyant in every manner. F. Murray Abraham’s vile and sinister performance as the envious Salieri, a man with more desire to produce music than God gave him talent to create, is one for the ages.

Jun 8, 2023

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Lou Lumenick

Bergen Record (New Jersey)

Mozart's subtle, timeless melodies are what sustains Amadeus over its dramatic rough spots, though Shaffer and Forman do manage to end things on a grace note.

Aug 2, 2022

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Theodore L While not the best violin acting, (Two-Set I feel you) this is a great movie to watch! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/05/24 Full Review Daryl D Award for Greatest Hater of All Time goes to: Antonio Salieri Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/04/24 Full Review Kim M Brilliant. Ahead of its time. F Murray Abrahams performance is beyond brilliant. The writing is multi layered and blends a balanced viewing experience. You should experience real joy watching this amazing movie. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/23/24 Full Review DW L Simply put, one of the top 5 movies of all time. An amazing fiction. (Yes, 100% fiction that Salieri and anything to do with Mozart's death). Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/08/24 Full Review mary ellen s beautifully costumed and based on fact Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/07/24 Full Review David G One of my all time favorite movies. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/27/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Milos Forman Director F. Murray Abraham Antonio Salieri Tom Hulce Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Jeffrey Jones Emperor Joseph II Elizabeth Berridge Constanze Mozart Simon Callow Emanuel Schikaneder

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Synopsis Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Tom Hulce) is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri (F. Murray Abraham). Resenting Mozart for both his hedonistic lifestyle and his undeniable talent, the highly religious Salieri is gradually consumed by his jealousy and becomes obsessed with Mozart's downfall, leading to a devious scheme that has dire consequences for both men.

Director: Milos Forman
Producer: Saul Zaentz
Screenwriter: Peter Shaffer
Distributor: Orion Pictures, Warner Home Vídeo
Production Co: AMLF
Rating: PG
Genre: Biography, History, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 13, 1984, Original
Release Date (Streaming): May 18, 2016
Runtime: 2h 38m
Sound Mix: Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Surround, Dolby
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)