i have see both sound and silent version of this movie and i actually prefer the silent one even though it be base on a musical . maybe part of this be because i be not the big fan of musical and but i think more of this have to do with how beautifully make this film be . the film be direct by the great ernst lubitsch a man renowned for his deft artistic touch and romanticism in film . all this be so apparent in this film and a it be just a work of art gorgeous and romantic through and through . the set and camera work and act be all exquisite and help to make this a very memorable film . if you want to see a sound version and help yourself . but for me and this be the definitive version of the film .