1) At the beginning of the film , Salieri knows Mozart only by his reputation. When he finally meets him, he is surprised. why?
2) The Emperor publically calls Salieri the brightest star in Viennas musical life. Yet Salieri is not content. Why not? why does he hate Mozart so much?
3) What does Peter Schaffers film say to us about the relationship between talent and success? Be sure to comment on the economic situation of each composer. Do you think that a story like Mozarts could happen in the modern world?