The Sound of Music
1965 · Drama · Family
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Film / 1934
Waltzes from Vienna
Directed by
Alfred Hitchcock
In Vienna, aspiring composer Johann Strauss Jr. clashes with his domineering father, who wants him to abandon music for a steady job in a bakery. Torn between his love for the baker’s daughter, Resi, and the encouragement of a wealthy countess, Strauss finds inspiration that leads to the creation of "The Blue Danube."
The story
In Vienna, aspiring composer Johann Strauss Jr. clashes with his domineering father, who wants him to abandon music for a steady job in a bakery. Torn between his love for the baker’s daughter, Resi, and the encouragement of a wealthy countess, Strauss finds inspiration that leads to the creation of "The Blue Danube."
Cast
Edmund GwennJohann Strauss, the Elder
Esmond KnightJohann Strauss, the Younger
Jessie MatthewsResi Ebezeder
Fay ComptonCountess Helga von Stahl
Frank VosperPrince Gustav
Robert HaleEbezeder
Charles HeslopValet
Hindle EdgarLeopold
Marcus BarronAnton Drexler
Betty Huntley-WrightLady's Maid
Bertram DenchEngine Driver (uncredited)
Sybil GroveMme. Fouchett (uncredited)
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