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The Jolson Story (1946)
Starring Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, William Demarest, Bill Goodwin, Ludwig Donath
Directed by Alfred E. Green
Print: Color
Runtime: 128 min.
Genre: Musicals
A pure delight, THE JOLSON STORY is classic Hollywood biography at its best; a fast-paced, tune-filled extravaganza following the meteoric rise of legendary performer Al Jolson. THE JOLSON STORY was nominated for six 1946 Academy Awards , winning two, (Best Musical Scoring and Best Sound Recording). Asa Yoelson (Larry Parks) is a talented cantor's son determined to succeed in show business. From humble beginnings in vaudeville to the pinnacle of success on stage and in motion pictures, Asa, wholater changed his name to Al Jolson, struggled to balance the demands of his personal life with theswelling adoration of millions of fans. As Jolson's star ascends, his single-minded pursuit of stardom takes its toll on his relationship with his wife, Broadway legend Ruby Keeler (called Julie Benson in the film and portrayed by Evelyn Keyes), and the support of life-long friend and mentor Steve Martin (William Demarest). Featuring lavish, show-stopping musical numbers (actually sung by Jolson and
Jolson Sings Again (1949)
Starring Larry Parks, Barbara Hale, William Demarest, Ludwig Donath, Bill Goodwin
Directed by Henry Levin
Print: Color
Runtime:96 min.
Genre: Musicals
One of the greatest musicals ever made, THE JOLSON STORY is an electrifying cavalcade of lavish production numbers with an all-star cast. Winning Academy Awards(r) for Musical Scoring and Sound Recording, the film also received four Academy Award(r) nominations in 1946, including Best Actor for Larry Parks' portrayal of Al Jolson. The film traces the meteoric singing/performing career of Asa Yoelson,a talented cantor's son determined to make it big in the "biz." After changing his name to Al Jolson, Asa captivates audiences everywhere as a spellbinding minstrel and jazz performer. Featuring 25 songs by Jolson and big hits such as "My Mammy" and "You Made Me Love You," THE JOLSON STORY is a compelling tribute to an incomparable performer once hailed as America's Greatest Entertainer!