Review of The Jazz Singer (1927) by Tova B — 01 Aug 2012

To many this was labelled the first ever sound film.... it isn't.... but for most mainstream audiences it was. And in another sense it's really a silent film with synchronized sound sequences in the singing scenes.

It is a good film on it's own despite it's historical importance. The concept of this orthodox Jew turn between family tradition and a career in entertainment is fascinating to watch.

Al Johnson was fantastic as the silent & singing lead and really was the main vehicle of the film. It is a little creaky in parts but it's interesting seeing the major change in musical entertainment & society in general.

This is a key film in cinema history to see one of the most important films of all time....