My problem with opera is the story is being advanced in a manner I find difficult to comprehend. Whenever there's a large chorus, it all sounds like mush, and the ladies go into that ridiculously high register where all words turn into noise. Still, when I couldn't make out the words I managed to get most of it from context, and the movie is fun musical comedy. The farce is well-constructed and the performances are very enjoyable. Not brilliant, but a good little romp with some nice tunes.