Interrupted Melody (1955)
Interrupted Melody is the inspirational filmed biography of world-renowned Australian soprano Marjorie Lawrence. She’s a foremost Wagnerian, equal to the vocal and physical demands of the composer’s oeuvre. And she’s a beacon of triumph to anyone who fights back when personal tragedy strikes.
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Clever and entertaining enough to recommend even to members of the 1%
Great example of an old-fashioned, pure-at-heart escapist event movie that doesn't pretend to be anything that it's not and has boat loads of fun being its own ludicrous self.
This film is so real. It treats its characters with so much care and sensitivity.
Interrupted Melody is a movie best enjoyed by older teens and up and those who are romantics at heart, who know a friend or loved one that is handicapped, or by those who love music. Eleanor Parker and Glenn Ford make the movie. They are very good. The musical numbers are ear candy. Just watch the movie for the ear candy alone. The movie moves along at a good clip. The movie's premise is that through love and support anyone can achieve their dream is brought to life by Eleanor Parker and Glenn Ford. However, in real life, it is not always the case. It is a movie for prime time or s weekend afternoon. Grab your popcorn and a soda. Relax. Enjoy!
Wonderful. This movie is simply a masterpiece. Eleanor Parker (some may know her as the baroness in the Sound of Music) once again excels. Interrupted Melody is an inspiring, thought-provoking, heart-rending account of a farm girl's desire to be an opera singer, and the touching sacrifice of her husband for her when she falls desperately sick. Yes, there is a lot of singing in this movie, excerpts from various famous operas, but they add rather than take away from the film. I think everyone will be moved to tears by a few scenes, and the culmination of the film when she manages to walk again still gives me goosebumps. I recommend this film to all, male or female, probably not to young children as they may get bored, but certainly from teenagers up, or anyone why wants to be inspired to succeed despite the worst adversities.
Eleanor Parker is one of my favorite actresses from the '40s and '50s and does a marvelous job here, lip-synching to perfection various Wagnerian opera arias (as well as Puccini and Verdi). The storyline is somewhat similar to that of Jane Froman's career in that both were singers who, although paralyzed, continued with their singing careers and entertained servicemen as well. Glenn Ford lends solid support as the understanding, long-suffering husband who is always there when she needs his moral support. Roger Moore has a small role as her brother.Everything moves smoothly under Curtis Bernhardt's direction. The opera segments are beautifully staged and filmed (in gorgeous technicolor, of course). Parker demonstrates her acting skills to the fullest and Eileen Farrell does a superb job on the vocal dubbing.Well worth your time--inspirational and enjoyable even if you're not an opera lover. Filmed in wide screen technique, it loses something on video showings.
Eleanor Parker brings her usual elegance and intensity to the portrayal of Australian Opera Diva, Marjorie Lawrence. Glenn Ford is her supportive, yet human, husband; their love story is not your standard schmaltzy Hollywood fare. If you like opera, you'll enjoy this film as it includes scenes from many great soprano roles - especially Wagnerian, not just Puccini/Verdi as you usually see in movies - although those are there, too.This is a great 'Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea' film that will make you feel good.