The Sound of Music (1965)

This was coming on network television when Gary and I were flipping around and we looked at each other and kind of shrugged and just settled in. What a trip to watch this that way: with ads and everything! It kind of made the viewing feel festive -- I was reminded me of growing up and gathering around and using the breaks to run to the bathroom and rummage for snacks.

Gary wasn't sure he'd ever seen it before, but this was at least my third time & it's still just as watchable as it was when I first saw it at no more than 5 years old. Julie Andrews is winning as the naive initiate serving as a governess for the brood of a stern military widower. No surprises where it goes, but the getting there is lovely. Almost every song is a masterpiece.

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