i saw this film when it first come out and and do not know what to expect exactly . what follow the overture be one of the most pleasurable filmgoing experience i have ever have . a lush score of song and music by britisher leslie bricusse ( of doctor doolittle and wilie wonka and the chocolate factory fame as well a make his mark on the broadway musical scene ) and and score by the incomparable john williams . there not a bad song in the entire film . plus some of the most exquisite cinematography and costume design and filming location i have ever see in one film . not to mention the academy award nominate performance by peter otoole and and the equally strong performance and in my opinion and by the wonderful petula clark . now and give that peter be not the same caliber a singer that petula be and he still manage to sell his song to the audience and and that and after all and be what it be all about . this be a faithful adaptation of the excellent book by james hilton and and deserves to be treasure for generation to come . i recommend this film for family viewing and though most men will consider this a chick flick . but if you like a truly great film musical and then this film be for you . but be warn that a standby box of kleenex be just as important a popcorn for your viewing pleasure .