Prelude to Fame (1950)

"He Lived for Music - A Selfish Woman Wanted to Plunder His Genius!"Movie
Audience Score
62
Prelude to Fame
DirectorFergus McDonell
NR 1 hr 24 minNov 9th, 1950Drama
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Plot
While holidaying in Italy, Nick Morell, son of John Morell, a famous English philosopher and amateur musician, becomes friendly with young Guido, and Morell discovers the boy has an extraordinary instinct for orchestration and a phenomenal music memory. A neighboring couple, Signor and Signora Boudini become aware of the boy's talents, and she appeals to his parents to let her educate him musically. Torn by their love for their son and, they feel,the duty to let the world hear his talent, they consent.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:November 9th, 1950
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Two Cities Films, J. Arthur Rank Organisation