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The Genius and the Nightingale

1943 · 85 min Drama

A biopic of soprano Maria Malibran (1808–1836). A beautiful singer, Maria Malibran, is forced to turn to the stage after her husband takes to gambling, and goes to Paris where she falls in love with a famous violinist. When her money-seeking husband reappears, the couple go to London, where they find happiness. A composer falls in love with Maria but when his affections are unrequited, he becomes broken, takes to drinking and dies.

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Original Title Maria Malibran
Year 1943
Country Italy
Genre Drama
Director Guido Brignone
Runtime 85 min.

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The Genius and the Nightingale is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1943. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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