Funny Girl: The Musical is a 1968 film directed by William Wyler, based on the Broadway play of the same name. It stars Barbra Streisand as Fanny Brice, a young Jewish girl who aspires to become a famous comedian and singer. The film tells the story of Fanny's rise to stardom under the tutelage of legendary Broadway producer Florenz Ziegfield, played by Walter Pidgeon.
Fanny is initially rejected by Ziegfield, who tells her that she is not pretty enough to be a star. However, she proves him wrong with her talent and personality, quickly becoming one of his biggest and most beloved stars. Along the way, Fanny falls in love with Nick Arnstein, a charming but shady gambler played by Omar Sharif. Despite their differences and the disapproval of Fanny's mother, they enter into a tumultuous relationship that threatens to derail Fanny's career and personal happiness.
With iconic songs like "People," "Don't Rain on My Parade," and "The Music That Makes Me Dance," Funny Girl: The Musical has become a beloved classic of Broadway and Hollywood. Streisand won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance, and the film itself was nominated for Best Picture.
