Vitus

Watch this movie to see the huge range of Bruno Ganz who played one of the best "Hitlers" in film history. Watch this movie to see Teo Gheorghiu make music. He is actually listed on the soundtrack credits for playing his own piano scenes. Not often can you find a kid who can do both - act like a pro and play like the wunderkind he portrays. Pure magic.

What do you do with a highly gifted child who wants only to be "normal"? There are really only two options - brain damage or acting. Which would you choose for your child?

There is an interesting mix of Swiss German and English in this movie. You never know what to expect from which character. But, use the subtitles just to be safe.

This story is a little bit Big, little bit Trading Places, and a little bit Little Man Tate - among others.

This music is, of course, fantastic. The photography and editing are very good. This is a movie good enough for the whole family.

Watch this one with someone who might be surprised to find a full flight simulator inside an old barn.