Available on YouTube
Release date: October 6, 1927 (USA)
Director: Alan Crosland
Producers: Jack L. Warner, Darryl F. Zanuck
Awards: Academy Honorary Award
Screenplay: Alan Crosland, Alfred A. Cohn, Jack Jarmuth
Music composed by: Louis Silvers
Box office: 2.6 million USD
First Feature-Length "Talkie": While not entirely a talkie (silent intertitles were still used), it contained synchronized dialogue and singing sequences, marking a major turning point in film history and ushering in the era of sound films.
Impact on the Industry: Its financial success cemented the dominance of sound films and effectively ended the It tells the story of Jakie Rabinowitz, a young man torn between his family's religious tradition and his passion for jazz music. This cultural clash explores themes of identity, assimilation, and personal ambition.
Family Drama: The film delves into the complicated relationship between Jakie and his father, a cantor who expects him to follow in his footsteps. This emotional conflict adds depth and resonance to the story.
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So many great works of art come out of parents' lack of support for their children's talents or dreams!
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