06 October, 2021

October 6, 1927

"The Jazz Singer", directed by Alan Crosland, starring Al Jolson and May McAvoy, released, 1st film with a soundtrack (Honorary Academy Award 1928)

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Of course, he wore blackface in the film, which is a serious no-no these days. So, the film probably isn’t respected anymore.

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