Prelude to Glory

Jun 15, 1950

1h 35m

★ 5.0

Overview

Roberto, a 10-year-old boy, is drawn to music. An old organist discovers his gifts, and begins his musical education which will lead him to the head of an orchestra.

Genres

Drama

Production Companies

Miramar

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Cast

Roberto

Roberto Benzi

Victor Dumonteix

Paul Bernard

Madame Dumonteix

Louise Conte

Fleuriot

Robert Pizani

Maréchal

Jean Debucourt

Announcer

Edmond Ardisson

Cashier

Charles Blavette

Theater director

Charles Lemontier

Second-hand dealer

Paul Demange

Antonia

Felga Lauri

Berthier

Jacques Sommet

Blind man

Raymond Hermantier

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