Unfinished Symphony
Originally released in 1934. Unfinished Symphony is a drama/music film. directed by Anthony Asquith. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mártha Eggerth, Helen Chandler, and Hans Járay
Synopsis
Composer Franz Schubert--broke, struggling and unhappy--gets a break when a wealthy friend wangles him an invitation to a command performance in front of a princess of the royal family. Schubert performs a version of his new work, "Symphony in B Minor", for the princess, but a misunderstanding results in Schubert storming out of the concert in a rage. Complications ensue. English-language version of "Leise flehen meine Lieder."
Quick Facts
Directors
Top Cast
Mártha Eggerth
as Caroline Esterhazy
Helen Chandler
as Emmie Passeuter
Hans Járay
as Franz Schubert
Eliot Makeham
as Joseph Passenter
Ronald Squire
as Count Esterhazy
Beryl Laverick
as Mary Esterhazy
Cecil Humphreys
as Salieri
Hermine Sterler
as Princess Kinsky
Esme Percy
as Huettenbrenner
Frida Richard
as Schubert's Landlady
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Gaumont-British Picture Corporation
- Cine-Allianz Tonfilmproduktions GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unfinished Symphony about?
Composer Franz Schubert--broke, struggling and unhappy--gets a break when a wealthy friend wangles him an invitation to a command performance in front of a princess of the royal family. Schubert pe...
Who directed Unfinished Symphony?
Unfinished Symphony was directed by Anthony Asquith.
How long is Unfinished Symphony?
Unfinished Symphony has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Unfinished Symphony released?
Unfinished Symphony was released on August 23, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Unfinished Symphony?
The main cast of Unfinished Symphony includes Mártha Eggerth, Helen Chandler, Hans Járay, Eliot Makeham, Ronald Squire.