The Great Waltz

US (1938): Musical

A film biography of composer Johann Strauss, which is also a fine romantic musical comedy. The alluring Luise Rainer is the apex of a romantic triangle that serves as a backdrop for the stirring score. Several actors were considered to play Johann Strauss; Nelson Eddy, Francis Lederer, Clifton Webb and Fredric March were all proposed for the role before MGM eventually settled on Fernand Gravet. Julien Duvivier and Victor Fleming direct a cast that also includes Miliza Korjus, Hugh Herbert, Lionel Atwill, Minna Gombell and Herman Bing. Far more compelling than the 1972 version. (amctv.com)

 Use this link to view the original theatrical trailer for The Great Waltz on TCM.com.

3 nominations, 1 Award