1.First, Julie Andrews was always at the top of the list for the role of Maria von Trapp. According to The Sound of Music: The Making of America's Favorite Musical, writer Ernest Lehman said, "As far ...
Though it may be one of the most acclaimed movie musicals of all time, The Sound of Music is not without its controversy. Released in 1965, the film tells the story of Maria (Julie Andrews), a flighty ...
The movie won Best Picture in 1966, and has had a special place in fans' hearts ever since it premiered. In contrast to its incredible success around the world, The Sound of Music performed poorly in ...