"Sissi" is a 1955 Austrian film that tells the romanticized story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, commonly known as Sissi. The film follows her life from her youthful romance with Franz Joseph I, the Emperor of Austria, to her struggles with royal duties and societal expectations. The film is notable for its lush cinematography and elaborate costumes, capturing the grandeur of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It became a beloved classic, leading to two sequels, and significantly shaped the popular image of Sissi as a fairy-tale princess, influencing numerous adaptations and portrayals in popular culture.