Sincerely Yours

Sincerely Yours

Year: 1955

Runtime: 118 mins

Language: English

Director: Gordon Douglas

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Liberace dazzles America with his musical artistry in his only starring film, Sincerely Yours. He plays a celebrated pianist facing deafness, who secretly helps strangers while performing 31 pieces from Chopin to 'Chopsticks.' Romance with Joanne Dru and Dorothy Malone, and witty banter with William Demarest, showcase his showmanship and charisma.

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1

Tony Warrin rises to fame as a pianist

Tony Warrin is a highly successful pianist who can play everything from classical to Boogie-woogie. His fame grows as he performs across venues, yet his ultimate dream remains a Carnegie Hall performance.

New York City
2

First encounter with Linda Curtis at Zwolinski's studio

Tony visits Zwolinski, the teacher who helped shape his career. There he meets Linda Curtis, who mistakes him for Zwolinski and explains why she wants to learn the piano.

early in the story Zwolinski's studio
3

Whirlwind courtship and engagement

In a whirlwind courtship, Tony takes Linda out socially and also performs for her. He proposes marriage, but Linda asks for more time before deciding.

early in the romance New York City
4

Linda meets Howard Ferguson

Before a San Francisco concert, Linda makes the acquaintance of Howard Ferguson, a returning soldier who hopes to resume his career as a composer.

before the San Francisco concert New York City
5

San Francisco concert appearance

Tony prepares for a concert appearance in San Francisco, further cementing his rising profile as a top pianist.

San Francisco
6

Carnegie Hall comes into reach

A concert date at Carnegie Hall is finally arranged, signaling the next major milestone in Tony's career.

New York City
7

Sudden loss of hearing

Tragedy strikes when Tony suffers a sudden loss of hearing. Doctors explain that an operation could either cure him or leave him totally deaf.

New York City
8

Isolation and lip-reading

Shaken by the diagnosis, Tony retreats into seclusion in his penthouse and begins to learn lip-reading. He also starts to observe strangers in Central Park for clues about communication.

New York City
9

Alvie's courage inspires Tony

In Central Park, Tony meets Alvie, a young boy who also needs an operation. The boy's resilience persuades Tony to consider surgery as a lifeline.

during recovery Central Park
10

Surgery and renewed hearing

Tony agrees to undergo the operation and, after the procedure, his hearing returns. He re-enters life with a new sense of possibility.

after decision New York City hospital
11

Linda and Howard's romance revealed

Tony spots Linda through binoculars with Howard and realizes they are in love. Linda has stayed with him out of sympathy for his situation.

after recovery New York City
12

Carnegie Hall concert and blessing

Tony delivers a triumphant Carnegie Hall performance and, with grace, blesses Linda and Howard's relationship.

post-recovery Carnegie Hall
13

Marion and a hopeful future

Seeing his loyal secretary Marion, Tony realizes they can have a future together. The moment hints at a more secure personal life beyond his career.

end New York City

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