La Symphonie fantastique poster

La Symphonie fantastique

6.4(12)19421h 35m1

The film is biographical, telling the story of the life and artistic struggles of the French composer Hector Berlioz. Berlioz is shown as a recalcitrant medical student in an anatomy class dreaming of becoming a composer; at a demonstration during a performance at the Paris Opéra conducted by Habeneck; at supper with other young artists (Hugo, Janin, Dumas, Mérimée, Delacroix); and chasing after his future wife Harriet Smithson, after a performance of Hamlet. Also depicted are his life in a garret, while suffering from an illness due to an abscess in the throat; a visit from his mother who curses him; and the composition of the Symphonie fantastique. The film then shows his marital breakdown, the premiere of his opera Benvenuto Cellini, his travels throughout Europe, his second marriage to Marie Recio (called "Marie Martin" in the film), public acceptance in old age and reconciliation with his son.

  • TMDB

    6.4/10

    12 votes

Status
Released
Budget
Box office
Language
French
  • classical music

Top billed cast

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Still from La Symphonie fantastique

Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • Theatrical6 Dec 1947
  • AustriaAT

    • Theatrical9 May 1947
  • BelgiumBE

    • Theatrical23 Nov 1945
  • DenmarkDK

    • Theatrical7 Jul 1949
  • FranceFR

    • Theatrical1 Apr 1942
  • GermanyDE

    • TheatricalEast Germany10 Jan 1958
  • HungaryHU

    • Theatrical15 Jul 1948
  • JapanJP

    • Theatrical26 Apr 1949
  • MexicoMX

    • Theatrical5 May 1948
  • PortugalPT

    • Theatrical14 Dec 1950
  • SloveniaSI

    • Theatrical9 Sept 1947
  • SpainES

    • Theatrical2 Jul 1951

Frequently asked questions

When was La Symphonie fantastique released?
La Symphonie fantastique was released on 1 April 1942.
Where can I watch La Symphonie fantastique online?
La Symphonie fantastique is available on Stingray Amazon Channel in India. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
Is there a Hindi trailer for La Symphonie fantastique?
No verified Hindi trailer for La Symphonie fantastique is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
What is the rating of La Symphonie fantastique?
La Symphonie fantastique holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 12 votes.
Who directed La Symphonie fantastique?
La Symphonie fantastique (1942) was directed by Christian-Jaque.
How long is La Symphonie fantastique?
La Symphonie fantastique runs for 1h 35m.

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