Passion (2003)

Giorgio a young soldier is in love with the married Clara and becomes her lover But they are separated when Giorgio is posted far away where he meets the unhappy unhealthy and unattractive Fosca who develops a passionate love for Giorgio and tries to make him love her This rendition of Stephen Sondheims Tony Awardwinning musical was recorded on the stage with its original allstar Broadway cast Originally broadcast as part of American Playhouse on PBS season thirteen episode six