Song of Norway (1970)

Name: Song of Norway
Genre: Music, Drama
Released: 1970
Duration: 142 min
Rating: 4.6
Cast: Toralv Maurstad, Florence Henderson, Christina Schollin, Frank Porretta, Harry Secombe

2h 22m United States of America

Music Drama

Plot

Set against the backdrop of Norway’s breathtaking landscapes, composer Edvard Grieg faces challenges in his quest to create a distinctive national sound. Toralv Maurstad takes on the role of Grieg, joined by a talented international ensemble that includes Florence Henderson, Christina Schollin, and Robert Morley. The film, inspired by the original play, showcases Grieg's dedication to his craft and the cultural struggles of his time. Shot in stunning Super Panavision 70 and showcased in Cinerama, it sought to capture the magic that made musicals like The Sound of Music a sensation.

Cast

Toralv Maurstad Florence Henderson Christina Schollin Frank Porretta Harry Secombe Robert Morley Edward G. Robinson Elizabeth Larner Oskar Homolka Frederick Jaeger Henry Gilbert Richard Wordsworth Bernard Archard John Barrie Wenche Foss