"The Jazz Singer" is supposed to be an update of the Al Jolson chestnut (replete with Diamond appearing in black-face at one point!!) but the only connection between these two films is that a cantor's son wants to break into show business. Other than that, they're about as similar ...
“The Jazz Singer” has so many things wrong with it that a review threatens to become a list. Let me start with the most obvious: This movie is about a man who is at least 20 years too old for such things to be happening to him. “The Jazz Singer” looks ridiculous giving usNeil...
A Plantation Act –A short starring Jolson where he appeared in blackface and sang several songs. Warners liked this short enough to greenlightThe Jazz Singer. Once again, I don’t agree with popular opinion. Hollywood Handicap– A short that features a bunch of stablehands betting on a hors...
专辑名:The Jazz Singer 歌手:Neil Diamond 发行时间:1980-02-14 简介:by Johnny LoftusNeil Diamond's 1980 screen turn as a charismatic singer torn between Jewish tradition and pop music stardom spawned this phenomenally successful soundtrack album -- six million copies and counting. Diamond's 21st...
The Jazz Singer: Directed by Alan Crosland. With Al Jolson, May McAvoy, Warner Oland, Eugenie Besserer. The son of a Jewish Cantor must defy the traditions of his religious father in order to pursue his dream of becoming a jazz singer.
"Blackface, White Noise: The Jewish Jazz Singer Finds His Voice." Critical Inquiry 18 (1992): 417-53.Rogin, Michael. 1992. "Blackface, White Noise: The Jewish Jazz Singer Finds His Voice." Critical Inquiry 18 (3): 417-453.Rogin, M. (1992). Blackface, white noise: The Jewish ...
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In the 1972 biopic Lady Sings the Blues, this legendary jazz singer's tumultuous life is explored with raw emotion and honesty. From her beginnings in poverty and abuse to her rise as a groundbreaking artist and struggles with addiction, her portrayal captures the strength, vulnerability,...
Australia -- When New Orleans jazz musician Harry Connick Jr. appeared as a judge on Australian television show "Hey Hey It's Saturday," he was stunned when a group called the Jackson Jive (a twist on the legendary R&B group the Jackson Five) appeared in blackface and Afro wigs dur...
Her distinct blend of jazz, R&B, and pop music struck a chord with fans around the world through hits like "Rehab" and "Back to Black." Winehouse's tragically short career left an indelible mark on popular music, with her incredible vocal ability continuing to inspire new generations ...