A Student's Song of Heidelberg
A Student's Song of Heidelberg

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A Student's Song of Heidelberg

1930
Movie
79 min
German

A long time ago, John Miller emigrated from Germany to America. Now he wants his daughter Elinor to get to know his old homeland and sends her off to Heidelberg, where she is to study for a year. Pretty soon, the pretty young girl is in demand among the young men in town. Especially the students Dahlberg and Bornemann try to win Elinor's heart.

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Director: Rolf RandolfGenres: Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

A musical romance set in the picturesque university town of Heidelberg. The story follows a group of students navigating love, friendship, and the academic life of the era. It features songs and a lighthearted atmosphere typical of early musical films.

Critical Reception

As an early musical from Germany, 'A Student's Song of Heidelberg' was likely received as a charming and entertaining diversion. Contemporary reviews would have focused on its musical numbers, romantic storyline, and the picturesque setting, which was a popular draw for audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming musical numbers.

  • Appreciated for its romantic storyline and picturesque setting.

  • Considered a lighthearted and entertaining student romance.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1930 film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

This film is a remake of the 1926 silent film 'Student Life in Heidelberg' and is notable for being an early example of a sound musical film produced in Germany.

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