Favorite Movie

The Sound of Music

A classic movie of the 1950`s which depicts the travails of the Trapp family during the German war in Europe. The story is set in the rastic alps of Vienna, Austria. Starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer.





















a. Why did you choose that movie?

I chose that movie because it is a classical and musical one which is both entertaining and educational. I just love the music and songs from the movie. It is a movie which has a universal theme and may easily appeal to different generations. It has a central theme on love, family, survival, patriotism to country and love for music which I feel I can relate to.

b. What part of the movie struck you most and why?

The part of the movie that struck me most is when the Trapp family fled their country secretly through the mountains to escape the German Nazis. This is a very touching scene that when the whole family only had one another and sacrificed their material wealth . They remained loyal and patriotic to their country and refused to be under the regime of the invading German Nazis. Despite the trials and tribulations the Trapp family remained solid, united and in high spirits. They even sang along the way to divert their attention from the impending perils and dangers.

c. With which character in the movie can you relate most? Why?

I can relate most with lead male character, Captain Georg Ritter von Trapp. I like his strong personality and character. He is an ideal role model. He is strong, steadfast, a disciplinarian but at the same time have a soft heart for his family and country. As a naval military officer he inculcated discipline among his children and love for country. I want to emulate him and grow up to be a disciplined and principled man.

d. What are the morals you have learned from that movie?

The movie despite being entertaining and musical instills the moral values of love for family and country, loyalty, discipline, determination and the will to survive even under great pressures and trials.