You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story · 2009
You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story (2009) is a Documentary film directed by Jeff Adachi, starring George Takei, Nancy Kwan, Irene Tsu.
Documentary
Overview
The film tells actor Jack Soo's story through a montage of film and television clips, rare footage, interviews with family members, friends, co-workers, and others who knew him best. From his early appearances on programs such as The Jack Benny Show and Valentines' Day, Soo's life is examined both in the historical context of the times, and the grandeur of an earlier Hollywood where stars like Soo succeeded in a multitude of artistic mediums, reminiscent of vaudevillian times. From Soo's early training as an announcer and stand-up comic, to his singing, acting and dancing career on Broadway, culminating with his signature role as Detective Nick Yemana, Soo's unique talent and dedication to his craft are fully explored and captured through a dazzling kaleidoscope of images, music, montages, interviews and stories.
Cast
George Takei, Nancy Kwan, Irene Tsu, Alvin Ing, Hal Kanter, Steve Landesberg, Max Gail, Jack Soo
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What is "You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story" about?
The film tells actor Jack Soo's story through a montage of film and television clips, rare footage, interviews with family members, friends, co-workers, and others who knew him best. From his early appearances on programs such as The Jack Benny Show and Valentines' Day, Soo's life is examined both in the historical context of the times, and the grandeur of an earlier Hollywood where stars like Soo succeeded in a multitude of artistic mediums, reminiscent of vaudevillian times. From Soo's early training as an announcer and stand-up comic, to his singing, acting and dancing career on Broadway, culminating with his signature role as Detective Nick Yemana, Soo's unique talent and dedication to his craft are fully explored and captured through a dazzling kaleidoscope of images, music, montages, interviews and stories.
When was "You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story" released?
You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story was released in 2009.
Who stars in "You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story"?
The cast includes George Takei, Nancy Kwan, Irene Tsu, Alvin Ing.
