A singing waiter and composer (Al Jolson) loves two women (Betty Bronson, Josephine Dunn), conquers Broadway and holds his dying son, singing "Sonny Boy.".
Is The Singing Fool Worth Watching Today? The Singing Fool (1928) is less a film to be enjoyed today and more a historical artifact to be studied. Its significance as one of the earliest successful sound films, and the vehicle for Al Jolson's iconic "Sonny Boy," is undeniable. However, for a general audience seeking co...
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"Is The Singing Fool Worth Watching Today? The Singing Fool (1928) is less a film to be enjoyed today and more a historical artifact to be studied. Its significance as one of the earliest successful sound films, and the vehicle for Al Jolson's iconic "Sonny Boy," is undeniable. However, for a general audience seeking contemporary entertainment, it's a challenging watch. Those with a keen interest in film history, the transition from silent to sound cinema, or Al Jolson's unique brand of performan..."
Joseph Jackson, C. Graham Baker
United States
Musical, Drama
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