A State of the Art Science Fiction Opera.
Classical music critic Lloyd Schwartz reviews a recording of the recent opera Valis, based on Philp K. Dick's novel of the same name. He says much of the music is haunting, but is often repetitive and sentimental. Yet it's still a beguiling piece of wizardry.
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Other segments from the episode on June 14, 1989
Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 14, 1989: Interview with David Cronenberg; Review of the soundtrack album "Valis"; Interview with Pamela Reed; Commentary on the National Anthem.
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