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Summary: A classic film made even better on DVD
Review: "The Sound of Music" is a delight from beginning to end, and the DVD adds exceptional features and content that really round out the filmgoing experience.What review of this film would be complete without the requisite gushing praise for the opening sequence? It's justifiably famous, and gives an epic feel to a film that, at its heart, is a simple family story. Director Robert Wise lives up to his surname...he wisely takes a very effective minimalist approach with the story. Where a lesser director would have 'pumped up' the song sequences with flashier camera moves, Wise lets the songs speak for themselves and instead concentrates on getting the texture and feel of the scenes just right. "The Sound of Music" is simply but beautifully shot. Julie Andrews is a delight as the plucky Maria, who starts as an erstwhile nun, becomes a governess, and earns the affections of the children of the steely Captain Von Trapp (Christopher Plummer, all poise and polish), not to mention the captain himself. The children are all properly cute and talented, and the supporting performances by Richard Haydn (the charming sponge Max Detweiler) and Eleanor Parker (Captain Von Trapp's would-be society fiancee) hit all the right notes. If the film has a weakness, it's length; "The Sound of Music" weighs in at almost three hours, which is quite a stretch by today's standards. But in the original theatrical version, there was an intermission, which was common practice for long films in those days. There are also times that Wise plays it a bit too minimalistically, and the big finish should have more emotional punch than it does, but overall this film is an unqualified smash. It's worth noting that at the time of its release, "The Sound of Music" was wildly popular; in fact, adjusted for inflation, it's the third highest grossing film in history, behind only "Star Wars" and "Gone With The Wind". Not bad company for this classic film. And the second DVD disc included with this set - packed with production notes, interviews and extra information - just makes this a better deal. Enjoy!
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Summary: Well worth the wait
Review: I have been anxiously awaiting the DVD release of "The Sound of Music" and the final result is worth the wait. The clarity of the picture is incredible.It seems in the widescreen format that one sees a lot more than the typical pan and scan. Richard Rodgers immortal score sounds wonderful. I really enjoy the feature that allows one to hear the score without dialogue. None of the heartwarming and touching qualities are lost in this version. No matter how many times I see it, I still get misty eyed.
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Summary: My favorite movie musical
Review: The Sound of Music is the best movie musical. The music is very happy and grand. I could watch this movie over and over again without getting tired of it. I am probably one of the few people that knows every word including the non-music. One of the best songs in this movie, is "Maria"!!!!! "I'd like to say a word in her behalf, Maria makes me LAUGH!!!"
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Summary: The LuckyDog Newsletter
Review: This is an outstanding achievment and an excellent collectors item. I have watched my DVD version of this film 3 times already and I have enjoyed listening to the clean music, watching the extrordinary scenery and dancing, and the extremely talented and superb acting. This film is honestly one of the cleanest and purest films, that totally suprises you and comes out on top. It is a delightful tale of a young woman (Julie Andrews) who wishes to become a nun, but only for the reason that this is the only world she knows. So, the other nuns in the convent deside to deal with her like any good loving parents would, AND KICK HER OUT INTO THE REAL WORLD WITH COLD FEET and no money! They send her to a captain's (Christopher Plummer) house to take care of his children since his wife has passed away and the children have frightened off the other caretakers. Eventually the poor young woman runs back to the convent for fear of falling in love, but the nuns would not let her run away, instead they make her face her fear and she ends up back at the captain's house. The story unravels through a beautifully coriagraphed artwork entitled the sound of music. A joy of a script and a very delicate job of a very famous true story. Although the movie did get some bad reviews from those who were actually a part of the real story, it eventually grew on them and has definitely grown on me. I love the Funny remarks, and sweet stolen kisses in the Gazeebo. It is so romantic and with the last act (were the nazis take over Austria), it becomes one of the MOST POWERFUL AND PROFOUND MOVIES I HAVE EVER SEEN. I have a girlfriend, and this is a sure fire film that I would never mind cuddling up with her on the couch and watching it again and again. This is a BRILLIANT Film that was creatively invented, Everyone can and will enjoy it, without worry of any hollywood additions (a.k.a. violence, etc..., etc..., etc...). This is AceDog from The LuckyDog Newsletter: Movie Review Have a beautiful hike through the mountains.
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Summary: Revoluntionary, will never be forgotten!
Review: I saw the Sound of Music when I was 5 and yet I still love it. It remains one of the most extroidinary movies I have ever seen. And with all the DVD features you'll never grow tired of it. The sound of Music grows from a great story to a nun who is hired to take care of 7 children: 5 girls, 2 boys. And the experinces they have toogether are great, but a way is taking place. The sound of Music will be remembered for ever and not having this one is like not having the bowl for ice cream!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: My favorite musical of all time!
Review: The breathtaking Alps, lakes and grassy slopes welcome you into the charming land of Austria. The wide open spaces give an instant sense of freedom. The scenes are set in Salzburg, Austria in the 30's. Suddenly you will see a grassy slope and Maria (Julie Andrews) bursts onto the screen with her childlike joy and sweet innocent nature. Her soul lives to be free, her arms stretch out (as in the cover picture) as she swirls around singing as only a person who is a child at heart can. Suddenly she realizes she has wandered far, far away from the Abbey. The nun's know Maria all too well and start a discussion about why they love her so much. "She's always late for everything except for every meal." Maria seems to be fighting her innermost desire to be free and it is very apparent she is not well suited for the calling. Her Mother Superior sets her free to follow her heart by helping her to see the need to accept a position of Governess to "seven" children. "You have to live the life you were born to live." --Mother Superior Soon the children have learned to sing, frolic with life and completely exasperate their father who discourages any sign of fun. Once he leaves for a visit in Vienna, the children get to go on picnics, bike rides, train rides and other fun adventures. Laughter is in every scene and singing is the focus. When their father, Captain Von Trapp (Christopher Plummer), a lonely widower tries to introduce a haughty Baroness to them, they are not at all impressed. So the stage is set for humor, love, happiness, sadness, fear, jealousy, deceit, romance and adventure. The chemistry between Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer reaches its height in a beautiful Austrian folk dance. The tension mounts and the Baroness appears. She has truly evil intentions for Maria and the children, who she would just as well send off to boarding school. In the first half of the movie, life is pleasant and follows an upbeat theme. In the second half, you will have trouble not crying all the way to the end. Happiness can sometimes make you cry as well. You can literally feel the invincible human spirit rising in you as you celebrate the family's daring flight from Nazi rule. Only a true story could be this inspirational. I truly cannot watch this movie without wanting to sing along with at least half the songs. Julie Andrews voice is magical. If you appreciate impeccable acting, breathtaking scenery, and a feeling of true romance....call me sentimental, but you will love this movie. The only thing which saddens me is that some people are truly too jaded to appreciate the beauty in this movie. I guess I still have the child in me that wants to believe in a fairy tale, yet this was based on a true story, and perhaps real life is the best story of all.
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Summary: Fantastic - Best Movie Ever Made!
Review: Words cannot do justice to this movie. I have watched it on VHS, but the DVD is so much superior. We also enjoyed the 2nd disk with the background info about the actors, actresses, production, etc. This DVD is easily worth every penny. You'll be glad you own it.
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Summary: A dream BUT....BUT....BUT
Review: OK I admit it, I love this film period! 1965 baby and went to see it with the extended family - wonderful child memories. BUT what ever "artistic person" decided to distribut this film in anything other than widescreen sould be forced to watch "The nightmare before christmas - 25 times" Closely followed by watching PYE (cannot remember how to make the symbol) 5 times.
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Summary: Mediocre DVD Transfer
Review: This is a great musical, but a mediocre DVD. The opening credits flicker in and out. Color and sound balances go up and down throughout. I was quite disappointed. On the plus side, the extra disk has lots of nice features.
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Summary: Unsurpassed! Millenium Movie for the Kids!
Review: I really would rate this movie with 1000 stars as the kids have been always kids in every time. I really love the movie as it was premiered on February 7, 1965, the day when I was born and I just admire the movie by its musical score and the fabulous cast. I believe this movie will never be forgotten and if I were a billionairre, I would buy thousand titles so that every country, state and family should own it.In my own country, this movie is really admired and shown very often.
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