The Sound of Music
May 23, 2008 – 7:27 pm
Let me start with, in my opinion, the most popular ‘old’ movie in Malaysia - or at least Sibu. Most of the folks I know have watched it, and most of them own the dvd or cd. I’m not sure why, since say ‘Casablanca’ or ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ evokes blank stares, but the Sound of Music, made in 1965, is so popular.
Everyone likes it. I got to admit, after watching it at least once a year since I was but a small child, I love it too. It’s got the very ingredients to make a good family movie - humor, love story, cute kids, gorgeous songs (and singing), and of course, Julie Andrews and the dashing Christopher Plummer (in those days, of course).
It’s supposed to be based on a true story. At least the von Trapp family was real. However, being a musical and a movie, a lot of details don’t follow the original story. I don’t really mind that though - how many movies have you seen that are truly historically correct?
If you’re from Sibu, you probably have watched it before. If not, I’ll give a quick summary: Maria is a nun-in-training, but she’s far too ‘wild’. So the Reverend Mother sends her off to be the governess of 7 kids belonging to Captain von Trapp. Those kids were ‘impossible’, but Maria soon gains their affections with her singing and whatnot. Anyway, eventually the captain falls for her and Maria vice versa (saw that coming, didn’t you?). But the Nazis are in Austria, and the captain must make a choice whether or not to take up his new position in the German army. Of course, you know the answer. Hint: the captain is a real Austrian patriot.
So, the bottom line is, the more I watch it, the more I like it. And really, Christopher Plummer as the captain is too good-looking! Timeless family classic and unforgettable songs.
One Response to “The Sound of Music”
I watched that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : ) it was really nice.
By Larry N on May 24, 2008