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Franz Schubert – Ein Leben in zwei Sätzen

(1953)

Overview

Franz Schubert toils by day as his father’s clerk while secretly composing in Beethoven’s shadow, gaining little recognition until friends persuade publisher Diabelli to host a public performance where he meets and falls for soprano Therese Grob. Abandoning a teaching career, he moves in with artist and poet friends, finds inspiration for the “Erlkönig,” and together with Therese sustains himself by performing his songs.

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Original TitleFranz Schubert – Ein Leben in zwei Sätzen

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1953-11-18

Original LanguageUnknown

Production CompaniesBeta Film

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  • History