The Harmonists

 

Ben Becker, Heino Ferch, Ulrich Noethen, Heinrich Schafmeister
Miramax Films; Directed by Joseph Vilsmaier
Rated R; 114 minutes; 1999
 
Based on the memories of the longest surviving member of a 1930s German barbershop sextet, this musical drama chronicles the life and times of six musicians who form a harmony group. Shortly after their rise to fame, authorities pressured them to either lose the three Jewish members in the group or perform material more fitting to National Socialism. While a successful trip to New York tempted several members to stay, they all returned home to perform a final, heart-wrenching concert.

 

"An extraordinary story!"
--Jonathan Mandell, NEWSDAY


"A hypnotic film with superb performances!"
--Peter Travers, ROLLING STONE

 

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