A young novice named Maria is sent by her convent in 1930s Austria to become a governess to the seven children of a widowed naval officer. Through music and various outings, Maria gives the children a taste of a more fulfilling, joyous life than they have ever known. However, their newfound happiness is threatened when Germany marches into Austria in 1938. As the Captain and Maria fall in love, they must navigate their feelings while facing the challenges brought on by the political situation and their own personal obstacles. Ultimately, they decide to leave Austria and escape to Switzerland with the children.
In the midst of the Cold War, a retired CIA agent decides to publish his memoirs, much to the dismay of his former employer and the KGB. He outwits them by using various false identities and remote control airplanes to distribute the book across the world.
In this musical, a tempermental opera singer falls in love with a hearing-impaired young woman.
Mozart's Sister (2010) is a biography drama film about Nannerl Mozart, the sister of famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The movie explores Nannerl's life as a talented musician and her struggles in a male-dominated society. It depicts her journey of artistic ambition and the sacrifices she had to make.
During the eve of World War II, a British secret agent disguises himself as a newlywed professor on his honeymoon to infiltrate Nazi Germany and stop a planned assassination. Along the way, he encounters danger, espionage, and a web of secrets that could change the course of history.
Silentium is a dark comedy crime thriller set in Salzburg, Austria. It follows the story of a man who becomes involved in a murder investigation disguised as suicide. As the plot unfolds, it reveals a twisted society filled with perverts, black humor, and unexpected twists. The protagonist, an ex-cop turned detective, navigates through the Salzburg landscape, uncovering a web of deceit, sarcasm, and white slavery.
The Ravine is a thrilling drama that delves into the dark secrets of a small town. It follows the story of a family torn apart by a brutal murder and the subsequent investigation that uncovers shocking revelations. With twists and turns at every corner, the movie keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
The von Trapp Family: A Life of Music is a movie about the famous singing family's journey through life, love, and war during World War II in Austria.
Freddy, a Viennese Jew who emigrated to New York after Hitler's invasion, and Adler, a left-wing intellectual originally from Berlin, return to Austria in 1944 as soldiers in the U.S. Army. Freddy falls in love with the daughter of a Nazi, and Adler attempts to go over to the Communist Zone. But with the advent of the Cold War and continuing anti-semitism, the idealism of both characters is shattered as they find themselves surrounded by cynicism, opportunism, and universal self-deception.
Experience the breathtaking live performance of Beethoven's Missa Solemnis by the Berliner Philharmoniker under the baton of Herbert von Karajan. This concert film captures the essence of classical music and the grandeur of the Easter concert in Salzburg, Austria.
Au Pair II is a comedy and romance movie released in 2001. The story revolves around an American nanny and a French nanny who switch places to help a family. The movie is set in various locations including Switzerland, Vienna, Salzburg, and Paris. It involves riverboat rides, wealthy businessmen, paparazzi, romantic kisses, and pranks. Infidelity and a wedding also play a part in the plot.
Made to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Mozart's birth, IN SEARCH OF MOZART is the first feature-length documentary on Mozart's life. Produced with the world's leading orchestras and musicians, told through a 25,000 mile journey along every route Mozart followed, this detective story takes us to the heart of genius. Throughout, it is the music that takes center stage, with the jigsaw of Mozart's life fitting around it.
The Match King follows the journey of a man who rises from poverty to become a wealthy match manufacturer. He manipulates the international finance market, leading to his downfall.
In the dead of night, a few hours after Mozart's death, the usual suspects are summoned to Mozart's room by Count Pergen, head of the secret police, who considered Mozart a potential revolutionary. Over the corpse, he interrogates them, trying to discover the true cause and significance of Mozart's demise.
A story of love, marriage, and murder set in Russia, featuring a love triangle and a fateful letter. The film showcases live performances and broadcasts of opera, with a climactic duel in Salzburg, Austria.
Jackies' quiet life as a housewife and English teacher ends abruptly when her husband informs her that he is leaving her for a younger woman. In a quest for revenge, Jackie makes arrangements with a plastic surgeon for a general overhaul with the goal of landing a younger husband. A newspaper leads her to Peter who is as bored by his insurance job as he is by the young women he has been dating. Written by John W. Wrist
Interlude is a romantic drama film that takes place in 1950s Germany. The story revolves around a love triangle and explores themes of love, passion, and desire.
Documentary film about Czech actress Lida Baarova, who fell in love with Joseph Goebbels in the 30s.
Advertising designer Joe is having financial trouble. His girlfriend Mary convinces him to accept a job from her aunt, Mrs. Devil. Joe's assignment: to develop an interactive computer game that introduces the new drug Peps'. Jack, a henchman of Mrs. Devil, is entrusted with overseeing this diabolical undertaking. In Joe's game, Ali - an alien - goes searching for Mozart and the drug, Peps' in Salzburg in the year 2026 with the help of the inventor Einstein and Frau Müller. Throughout his quest through this strange world, All is pursued by authorities and ticks off a drug dealer. As things progress, the realms of reality and computer fiction become so intertwined that Joe is on the verge of losing his mind. Suffering and passion take their toll... After all, a pact with the devil always has its price.
In Search of Chopin is a documentary that delves into the life and music of renowned composer Frederic Chopin. From his early years in Warsaw, Poland, to his time in Vienna, Austria, and his final days in Paris, the film paints a vivid picture of the artist's struggles, triumphs, and the impact of his music on the world. Through interviews with experts, performances of his compositions, and visits to significant locations, viewers are taken on a journey through Chopin's life and legacy.