Release date is 2015-09-10

Produced by Jari Koivisto

"Ran: En dramatisk dikt" by Wilhelm Peterson-Berger is a dramatic poem written during the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of love, beauty, and the supernatural, particularly focusing on the struggle between earthly desires and the enchanting call of the mythical Ran and her maidens. The narrative is set against a backdrop of rich, romantic imagery that captures the tension between the human experience and the allure of otherworldly realms. The story revolves around Waldemar and his betrothed, Ingrid, as they navigate their emotions amidst supernatural interference. Waldemar, lured by Ran, the goddess of the sea, finds himself torn between his earthly responsibilities and the seductive call of the sea. As he grapples with feelings of love and duty, Ingrid waits for him, resolute in her commitment even as she contemplates the possibility of losing him forever. The powerful riptide of personal desires and external forces unfolds in a tragic dance, culminating in a poignant conclusion where love and sacrifice reign supreme, underlining the eternal conflict between reality and the siren songs of the mythical. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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