The Sound of Music [G]

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Sunday — December 20 — 7 PM — 174 minutes

Single feature

1965

Brand–new CinemaScope print

DTS Digital Sound

Director: Robert Wise

Starring: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer

Many people's sentimental, all–time favourite back on the big Astor screen. The sweeping spectacle of the opening number alone is worth the wait. Forget the syrupy story and corny scenarios, this is a film that cannot be forgotten. Rodgers & Hammerstein's musical is based on the life of the Von Trapp family under threat in war–shrouded Austria. Winner of five Oscars. Songs include “Do Re Mi,” “My Favourite Things,” many more. Scripted by Ernest (North By Northwest) Lehman. The hills are alive ... (GF)

Rating: ****

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