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The Strauss Dynasty

 
The Strauss Dynasty   Staring: Anthony Higgins, Stephen McGann, John Gielgud, Edward Fox, Alice Krige
Director: Marvin J. Chomsky

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Product Details
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Binding: DVD
EAN: 8711983485761
Format: Import, PAL
Label: Bridge Entertainment
Manufacturer: Bridge Entertainment
Number Of Discs: 3
Number Of Items: 3
Publisher: Bridge Entertainment
Region Code: 2
Release Date: 2007-08-14
Running Time: 606
Studio: Bridge Entertainment
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Product Description
European import. Plays on standard UK DVD players in English without subtitles. THE STRAUSS DYNASTY shows the lives of Johann Strauss father and his sons, the most famous of whom was Johann Strauss son, called Schani. The whole story is shown with the focus on family life of the Strausses and their career. Their music, the unforgettable waltzes, can be appreciated throughout. I especially like the scene in Paris where Johann Strauss presents his new waltz "An Der Schonen Blauen Donau". At first, no one seems to be keen, but later.... Other moments worth considering are the ones showing Schani's journey to Russia. Besides, you can find very good cast in this series. The main roles are played by Anthony Higgins (famous British actor) and Stephen Mc Gann (who can be found in many J. Chomsky's films). Among others, Alice Krige is excellent in the role of an insane Olga, Cherie Lunghi also performs very well as Schani's wife, Yetti and an unforgettable John Gielgud. He isn't given much time on screen as old Drechsler, but is equally unforgettable as in his great roles. Nevertheless, he is excellent, as always. John Rhys Davies gives a wonderful performance as prince Gribov: these facial gestures, the way he speaks (consider a funny moment he describes Russia to Schani just before signing the contract concerning Schani's journey). And Lisa Harrow as Mama Strauss is unforgettable. She appropriately presents a woman of strong will, ambition, and of a good heart. Definitely, the acting in this series IS of very high level! The music itself is the most important. The director makes a perfect use of it, entailing it in most of the scenes as a background. The lovers of the waltzes will absolutely love the film. The effect of THE STRAUSS DYNASTY is similar to their music. As a famous orchestra director, Riccardo Muti, said on the 1st of January 2004 in Vienna: "The music of Strauss unites the whole world". THIS SERIES DOES A SIMILAR JOB. Do watch it. You will not regret