Yes, Giorgio

Yes, Giorgio

Year: 1982

Runtime: 110 mins

Language: English

Director: Franklin J. Schaffner

MusicRomanceComedyDrama

In the midst of a chaotic American tour, acclaimed opera star Giorgio Fini suddenly loses his voice. Desperate, he seeks help from throat specialist Pamela Taylor, whose expertise and charm not only restore his singing but also spark an unexpected romance, turning his career crisis into a heartfelt, comedic love story.

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1

Boston prep and Met invitation

Giorgio Fini is in Boston for a concert when he receives a call inviting him to perform at The Met. The offer dredges up painful memories of his disastrous Met appearance seven years earlier, filling him with fear. He heads into the rehearsal already unsettled, unsure if he can sing.

before rehearsal in Boston Boston
2

Rehearsal crisis from past trauma

The rehearsal turns into a crisis as the old trauma overwhelms him and his voice fails. The room and crew scramble to salvage the situation, treating it as a sign of a possible collapse. The focus shifts from performance to stabilizing Giorgio's composure.

during rehearsal Rehearsal hall
3

Pollack enlists Pamela Taylor

Henry Pollack, Giorgio's business manager, contacts Pamela Taylor, a throat specialist, to arrange an evaluation. He explains that the crisis could be physical or psychological and begs for prompt help. Pamela agrees to come and assess the situation.

shortly after the rehearsal Henry Pollack's office
4

Giorgio resists Pamela’s help

Giorgio initially dismisses Pamela as merely a nurse and refuses to see her, doubting her medical credentials because she is a woman. He stands on ceremony, clinging to his belief that she is not a doctor. This creates an early friction that sows doubt about the treatment.

upon first contact
5

Pamela diagnoses and treats the root

Pamela persuades Giorgio to undergo evaluation and identifies a psychological root rather than a physical ailment. She administers a harmless vitamin B12 shot and presents it with clinical seriousness. After the prick, his voice returns instantly.

shortly after the first contact Pamela Taylor's clinic
6

Voice restored; next-day performance

The cure proves effective and Giorgio's voice returns. He goes on to sing the following day at the Hatch Shell in Boston, greeted by relief from the crowd and a sense of vindication for Pamela's approach. The quick reversal sets the stage for a new dynamic between patient and doctor.

the next day Hatch Shell, Boston
7

First date and undeniable attraction

Giorgio is instantly attracted to Pamela, despite being married with two children. She agrees to a dinner date, but the evening does not go smoothly. Still, Giorgio remains persistent, seeking more time with her.

soon after the Hatch Shell show Boston
8

Giorgio consoles a frightened child

Giorgio visits the hospital where Pamela works and helps calm a frightened child facing tonsil surgery. He promises ice cream after the procedure and follows through once it is done. Pamela is impressed by his empathy and steadiness.

during the hospital visit Pamela's hospital
9

Second date and traveling companionship

Impressed by his bedside manner, Pamela agrees to another date and eventually becomes Giorgio's traveling companion. The professional boundary begins to blur as their relationship deepens. Their travels bring them closer, offstage and on the road.

after the hospital encounter
10

Romantic pilgrimage to San Francisco and wine country

The couple spends a romantic week in San Francisco and the wine country, visiting Giorgio's friends. They fall in love, despite Giorgio having initially described the affair as a fling. The romance gives Giorgio new confidence.

during the trip San Francisco and wine country
11

Love fuels a Met return for Turandot

Fueled by love, Giorgio gains the confidence to accept a return to the Met, agreeing to perform Puccini's Turandot. The opportunity represents both a career milestone and a personal test of commitment. The excitement is tempered by the growing complication of his marriage.

before the Met performance The Met
12

Pamela leaves during Nessun Dorma

However, Giorgio refuses to leave his wife, which creates an irreconcilable conflict with Pamela. She responds by sending him a kiss and leaving the Met during Nessun Dorma, signaling the end of their affair. The curtain falls on their romance in a dramatic farewell.

during Nessun Dorma The Met stage

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