The Sound of Music. Produced by 20th Century Fox.
Plot: Maria, a carefree nun, unexpectedly finds herself serving as a governess for the von Trap children. The children, hungry for attention for their reclusive father, immediately attempt to drive her away from the manor. However, the perky nun manages to win the favor of the children and their father through the comfort of music. The family gains fame for their vocal performances, but the looming threat of the Nazis rapidly approaches their corner of Austria.
Genre: Musicals, Movies, Nannies
Reading Level: Rated G
Similar Titles: Mary Poppins, Bednobs and Broomsticks, My Fair Lady
Personal Notes: Many people consider this to be one of the best musicals produced in movie form. However, it is time for brutal honesty. I have only managed to watch this entire movie once. Granted, I am not very fond of musicals to begin with, which probably influences much of my opinion, but the movie just does not have the amount of action to justify over two hours of film. Given the choice, I prefer Bednobs and Broomsticks, which is shorter and faster-paced.
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