Big Screen Classics: The Sound of Music (1965)
A young novice is sent by her convent in 1930s Austria to become a governess to the seven children of a widowed naval officer. (G, 174 min.)
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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In this true-life story, Julie Andrews lights up the screen as Maria, a spirited young woman who leaves the convent and becomes a governess to the seven unruly children of Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer). Her warmth, charm and songs soon win the hearts of the children and their father. But when the threat of war rises, Maria is forced to attempt a daring escape with her new family. One of the most successful movie musicals of all time, “The Sound of Music” features unforgettable treasures like “Edelweiss,” “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” and “Do-Re-Mi.” [Disney]
Starring: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker
Director: Robert Wise
Genre: Musical, Drama, Family
"It restores your faith in movies."
— James Powers, The Hollywood Reporter
"A warmly pulsating, captivating drama."
— Whitney Willaims, Variety
"One of the greatest screen musicals ever."
— Caroline Westbrook, Empire
"Outstanding family film features glorious music."
— Nell Minow, Common Sense Media
"The movie has a confidence and a sense of moral purpose that warms the hardest heart."
— Sarah Crompton, Daily Telegraph (UK)
"The last of the Rodgers-Hammer-stein collaborations, The Sound of Music is the best screen version of their works."
— Bob Thomas, Associated Press
"Whether you enjoy it as a fun family singalong or a moving true story, this classic still bounces along in a tremendously likeable fashion."
— Kevin Maher, The Times (UK)
"Other than The Wizard of Oz, no Hollywood musical is as familiar, reassuring, and beloved of all ages... Andrews anchors the film... her sincerity is absolute."
— Steven D. Greydanus, Decent Films
"The movie has almost everything: music, romance, kids, spectacular scenery, religion, sentiment, comedy high and low, and, at the end, intrigue and adventure."
— Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune
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