6.8The Jolson Story · 1946
The Jolson Story (1946) is a Drama / Music film directed by Alfred E. Green, starring Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, William Demarest.
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6.8Overview
At the turn of the 20th century, young Asa Yoelson decides to go against the wishes of his cantor father and pursue a career in show business. Gradually working his way up through the vaudeville ranks, Asa — now calling himself Al Jolson — joins a blackface minstrel troupe and soon builds a reputation as a consummate performer. But as his career grows in size, so does his ego, resulting in battles in business as well as in his personal life.
Cast
Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, William Demarest, Bill Goodwin, Ludwig Donath, Scotty Beckett, Tamara Shayne, Jo-Carroll Dennison
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What is "The Jolson Story" about?
At the turn of the 20th century, young Asa Yoelson decides to go against the wishes of his cantor father and pursue a career in show business. Gradually working his way up through the vaudeville ranks, Asa — now calling himself Al Jolson — joins a blackface minstrel troupe and soon builds a reputation as a consummate performer. But as his career grows in size, so does his ego, resulting in battles in business as well as in his personal life.
When was "The Jolson Story" released?
The Jolson Story was released in 1946.
Who stars in "The Jolson Story"?
The cast includes Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, William Demarest, Bill Goodwin.
