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The Harmonists (1997)

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Average Rating:5.7/10

Runtime: 1 hr 55 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: This biographical picture traces the birth of the Comedian Harmonists, the creation of 27-year-old drama student Harry Frommermann. A German singing group modeled after the American acapella group... This biographical picture traces the birth of the Comedian Harmonists, the creation of 27-year-old drama student Harry Frommermann. A German singing group modeled after the American acapella group The Revellers, the six male vocalists quickly became household names, until Hitler's rise in power threatened to tear them apart forever (three the members in the group were Jewish). An inspiring tale featuring original recordings from the legendary vocalists. Winner of the 1998 Award for Outstanding Feature Film at the German Film Awards. [More]

Starring: Ben Becker, Max Tidof, Kai Wiesinger, Katja Riemann

Starring: Ben Becker, Max Tidof, Kai Wiesinger, Katja Riemann, Dana Vavrova, Meret Becker, Heino Ferch

Director: Joseph Vilsmaier

Director: Joseph Vilsmaier

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  • Filled with topflight performances and unforgettable music, this entertaining and critically acclaimed story was cheered by audiences everywhere! When Harry, a struggling but highly imaginative funnyman, forms a singing group with an unusual group of friends, "The Harmonists" go on to become an overnight sensation in prewar Germany. But as their wave of success inevitably collides with the nation's changing political tide, the group's members are forced to face unprecedented challenges that will try their wills and test their loyalty! An award winner at several prestigious film festivals -- THE HARMONISTS is another outstanding motion picture you don't want to miss!
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