Prelude to Fame (1950)
He Lived for Music - A Selfish Woman Wanted to Plunder His Genius!
While holidaying in Italy, Nick Morell, son of John Morell, a famous English philosopher and amateur musician, becomes friendly with young Guido, and Morell discovers the boy has an extraordinary instinct for orchestration and a phenomenal music memory. A neighboring couple, Signor and Signora Boudini become aware of the boy's talents, and she appeals to his parents to let her educate him musically. Torn by their love for their son and, they feel,the duty to let the world hear his talent, they consent.
Director: Fergus McDonell
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: May 2, 1950
Cast
- Jeremy Spenser - Guido Ferugia
- Guy Rolfe - John Morell
- Kathleen Ryan - Catherine Morell
- Kathleen Byron - Anne Bondini
- Henry Oscar - Mario Bondini
- Rosalie Crutchley - Carlotta Ferugia
- Ferdy Mayne - Carlo Ferugia
- James Robertson Justice - Sir Arthur Harold
- John Slater - Dr. Lorenzo
- Christopher Lee - Newsman
Screenplay
- Robert Westerby (Screenplay)
- Aldous Huxley (Short Story)
Cinematography: George Stretton
Editing: Sidney Hayers
Production: Two Cities Films, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
child prodigy
More Films by Director: Fergus McDonell
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Prelude to Fame about?
- While holidaying in Italy, Nick Morell, son of John Morell, a famous English philosopher and amateur musician, becomes friendly with young Guido, and Morell discovers the boy has an extraordinary instinct for orchestration and a phenomenal music memory. A neighboring couple, Signor and Signora Boudini become aware of the boy's talents, and she appeals to his parents to let her educate him musically. Torn by their love for their son and, they feel,the duty to let the world hear his talent, they consent.
- Who directed Prelude to Fame?
- Prelude to Fame was directed by Fergus McDonell.
- Who stars in Prelude to Fame?
- Prelude to Fame stars Jeremy Spenser, Guy Rolfe, Kathleen Ryan, Kathleen Byron, Henry Oscar, Rosalie Crutchley.
- How long is Prelude to Fame?
- Prelude to Fame has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is Prelude to Fame?
- Prelude to Fame is a Drama film.
- Where was Prelude to Fame produced?
- Prelude to Fame was produced in United Kingdom.