The Trapp Family(1956)
A true story based on the popular novel by the Baroness Von Trapp of Austria. The film was made in 1956, some years before the other film based on the Trapp Family's life was released - a little movie named "The Sound of Music".
Movie: The Trapp Family
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Baronin Maria von Trapp
Baron von Trapp
Prinzessin Yvonne
Dr. Wasner
Bankier Gruber
Baroness Mathilde
Äbtissin
Raphaela
Werner
Vogler
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A true story based on the popular novel by the Baroness Von Trapp of Austria. The film was made in 1956, some years before the other film based on the Trapp Family's life was released - a little movie named "The Sound of Music".
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1956-10-09
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