The Well of Loneliness

Blessed with a unique vocal ability, David Atkins is a timid young southern boy when, at the age of eight, he is introduced to a manipulative former opera diva, Carlotta Vasselli. Recognizing David's gift, Carlotta, with the aid of her husband, develops a plot which grants them ultimate control of David's life and talent. For ten years, Carlotta grooms him to become Ernesto Vasselli, an international opera star. As Ernesto, he experiences the highs of a sensational opera career spanning nin...