The Legend of 1900
An epic story of a man who could do anything... except be ordinary
Overview
The story of a virtuoso piano player who lives his entire life aboard an ocean liner. Born and raised on the ship, 1900 learned about the outside world through interactions with passengers, never setting foot on land, even for the love of his life. Years later, the ship may be destroyed, and a former band member fears that 1900 may still be aboard, willing to go down with the ship.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set in the early 20th century, 'The Legend of 1900' is heavily influenced by Italian neorealism, with its focus on ordinary people navigating their lives amidst historical events.
- The enchanting jazz soundtrack, composed by Ennio Morricone, perfectly encapsulates the story's spirit.
- The exceptional performances by both leads, Tim Roth and Pablo César, bring depth and emotion to their characters.
- The rich themes of dreams, music, and personal growth make for a thought-provoking and engaging viewing experience.
- The unique setting aboard a transatlantic ocean liner offers a fresh perspective on the typical gangster genre.
Fun Facts
- 'The Legend of 1900' was adapted from Fazi Fanelli's novel 'La vita è bella', which translates to 'Life is Beautiful'.
- Ennio Morricone, the composer for the movie, also scored other iconic films like 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly' and 'Cinema Paradiso'.
- The ship in the movie, Sirena, is a fictional vessel based on the RMS Queen Mary, but the film was shot aboard the SS Conte Biancamano.
Available Languages
English
US
Title: The Legend of 1900
"An epic story of a man who could do anything... except be ordinary"
Deutsch
DE
Title: Die Legende vom Ozeanpianisten
"Eine schöne Geschichte von einem Mann, der alles tun würde ... außer gewöhnlich zu sein."
Português
PT
Title: A Lenda de 1900
"Era uma vez um menino nascido a bordo de um navio, abandonado pelos pais. É encontrado por um fogueiro que o cria no navio. Com qualidades natas para a música, o menino torna-se um homem e um pianista exímio."
Italiano
IT
Title:
"La storia di un uomo che poteva far tutto... tranne essere normale."
Français
FR
Title: La Légende du pianiste sur l'océan
"La merveilleure histoire d'un homme qui pouvait tout faire... à part être ordinaire."
普通话
CN
Title: 海上钢琴师
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