The Sound of Music is a beloved classic musical film released in 1965 starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. The movie is based on the real-life story of the von Trapp family, a singing family in Austria during the pre-World War II era.
Julie Andrews plays Maria, a young postulant who doesn't quite fit in with the convent's strict rules and regulations. To give her some time away from the nunnery, the Mother Abbess sends her to the home of Captain Georg von Trapp (Christopher Plummer) to serve as a governess to his seven children.
At first, Captain von Trapp is a strict and distant father who runs his home like a ship. Maria struggles to connect with the children, who are still mourning the loss of their mother. However, Maria's kind heart and love of music begin to break through the barriers, and she teaches the children to sing and play.
As the family bonds over music, Maria and Captain von Trapp start to fall in love. But their romance is complicated by the impending invasion of Austria by Nazi Germany. The von Trapp family must flee the country, and Maria and the Captain must decide whether to confess their love or to focus on keeping the family safe.
The Sound of Music is known for its iconic musical numbers like "Do-Re-Mi," "My Favorite Things," "Edelweiss," and "Climb Ev'ry Mountain." The movie has become a cultural touchstone, and its themes of love, family, and bravery continue to resonate with audiences around the world.