Monday Night Classics: Amadeus (1984)

Director: Milos Forman

Starring: Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce, Elizabeth Berridge, Simon Callow, Jeffrey Jones

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri. 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.

Running time including trailers: 3 hours 18 mins