The Sound of Music (Two-Disc 40th Anniversary Special Edition)

Price: $16.27 - $14.63
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Features:

– Directed by Robert Wise
– Starring Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Peggy Wood, and Richard Haydn
– Two-disc set with a total run time of 2 hours and 54 minutes
– Includes closed-captioned, color, DVD, Dolby, dubbed, NTSC, subtitled, and widescreen formats
– Dubbed in English, French, and Spanish with subtitles available in English and Spanish
– Features the heartwarming true story of Maria, a spirited young woman who becomes a governess to seven unruly children
– Music by Rodgers and Hammerstein
– Set in Nazi-occupied Austria during World War II

Pros:

– Memorable songs and performances by Julie Andrews
– Beautiful cinematography and set design
– Heartfelt story with themes of family, love, and resilience
– Engaging musical numbers that have become classics
– Strong performances from the cast, especially Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer

Cons:

– Some historical inaccuracies in the portrayal of events during World War II
– May not appeal to viewers who are not fans of musicals
– Lengthy run time may be a deterrent for some viewers
– Limited bonus features on the special edition DVD
– Some scenes may be intense or emotional for sensitive viewers

MPAA rating: G (General Audience)

Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5 x 0.5 inches; 4 ounces

Item model number: 2230838

Studio: 20th Century Fox

ASIN: B000AP04OM

Writers: Ernest Lehman, Howard Lindsay, Maria von Trapp, Russel Crouse

Number of discs: 2

Best Sellers Rank: #2,667 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV), #12 in Music Videos & Concerts (Movies & TV), #21 in Musicals (Movies & TV)

Customer Reviews: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 30,234 ratings