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The Sound of Music

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A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.
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Unapologetically sweet and maybe even a little corny, The Sound of Music will win over all but the most cynical filmgoers with its classic songs and irresistible warmth.

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Kevin Maher Times (UK) Whether you enjoy it as a fun family singalong or a moving true story, this classic still bounces along in a tremendously likeable fashion. Dec 27, 2023 Full Review William J. Nazzaro Arizona Republic It is not a bold, adventuresome motion picture, nor does it advance the art of the film even a trifle. What it is, and this is what the producers must have intended, is tuneful, uncomplicated entertainment, expensively set before the viewer. Mar 30, 2022 Full Review Bob Thomas Associated Press The last of the Rodgers-Hammer-stein collaborations, The Sound of Music is the best screen version of their works. Feb 5, 2020 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy The Sound of Music may be schmaltz, but it’s irresistible schmaltz. Rated: 3.5/4 Mar 2, 2024 Full Review Pauline Kael McCall's Of course, it's well done for what it is: that is to say, those who made it are experts at manipulating responses. They're the Pavlovs of moviemaking: they turn us into dogs that salivate on signal. Sep 20, 2023 Full Review Mark Johnson Awards Daily Robert Wise’s The Sound of Music is a film that has resonated with audiences spanning several generations. If you don’t sing along to every word of the gorgeous Rodgers & Hammerstein soundtrack, what fan of movies are you really? Jun 8, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member It is amazing that in 1965, the vivid landscape at the beginning and end of the film combined with the lighting in close scenes is wonderful. Excellent classic musical film with a little bit of everything. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/18/24 Full Review Ignacio C This could be the best movie ever made: music, photography, acting, it has it all, but more than anything, it has Julie Andrews. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/16/24 Full Review Audience Member A classic film from a classic time. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/03/24 Full Review Francisco S We had this in betamax growing up. My mom made me watch this a hundred times. Still great to watch with kids! Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 10/15/24 Full Review John L The Sound Of Music.....is just that the sound of music.....music enough to lift your heart in joy......... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/24 Full Review Maria B The scattered but good hearted and strong willed Maria is a delightful protagonist. This film is in the top tier of classics. It has strong themes including family, finding where you belong, and human love not taking away from divine love especially as the mother superior encourages Maria to follow her dreams even if they don't mean the convent. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/15/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.
Director
Robert Wise
Producer
Robert Wise
Screenwriter
Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers, Howard Lindsay, Russel Crouse, Ernest Lehman
Distributor
20th Century Fox
Production Co
Twentieth Century Fox, Argyle Enterprises
Rating
G
Genre
Kids & Family, Musical
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 2, 1965, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Aug 24, 1990
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 19, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$109.0K
Runtime
2h 54m
Sound Mix
Stereo, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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