About the Film
A young Jewish man is torn between tradition and individuality when his old-fashioned family objects to his career as a jazz singer. This is the first full length feature film to use synchronized sound, and is the original film musical.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Jazz Singer is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and music movie from 1927. Directed by Alan Crosland, and starring Al Jolson, May McAvoy, Warner Oland A young Jewish man is torn between tradition and individuality when his old-fashioned family objects to his career as a jazz singer.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.1/10, The Jazz Singer retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with music elements, The Jazz Singer deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
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