Rossini's Visitor Vol. 5 - Composers Specials (VHS)

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Rossini's Visitor Vol. 5 - Composers Specials (VHS)

Feature Films For Families

• Rated: Not Rated
• Number of tapes: 1
• Run Time: 47 minutes
• Format: Color
• Languages: English
• Subtitles: English

“A good friendship doesn’t just happen. You have to work at it.” Reliana’s grandmother, Rosalie, offers her granddaughter this sound advice in a cozy Italian kitchen as she and her best friend, Martina, recount their first meeting when Rosalie auditioned for the brilliant composer, Rossini. Magically transported back in time, Reliana, who is invisible to everyone but Rossini, discovers firsthand what it means to be a good friend as she watches the events unfold in Martina and Rosalie’s budding friendship during the disastrous debut of Rossini’s opera. “The Barber of Seville.” As a friendly visitor, Reliana is also able to help the composer understand you can never give up because of unfavorable criticism.

Parents’ Guide

For Family Discussion

1.        Martina offers Rosalie a place to stay when she loses her job as a dancer. How can you be a friend to someone in need?
2.        When the opera company abandons Rossini, Rosalie and Martina offer to work for Rossini without pay. When have you sacrificed something for the sake of another?
3.        Reliana’s grandmother taught her what it means to be a good friend. How can you be a good friend to others?
4.        Reliana encourages Rossini to not give up when his opera is poorly received. What can you do to help others when they are discouraged?

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