King of Jazz

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Rare T The huge budget for this film is well-reflected in its different elements; the sets, the costumes, the instruments, the special effects that were ahead of their time, the music and numbers… Even the comedic sketches which do not impress some, are actually funny, and one has to account for all the years that have passed ever since where these jokes were repeated and became labeled as clichés, while they might have not been so back then. King of Jazz a great portal to the revue era which also features the first cartoon to ever be shot in technicolor. Just sit back and enjoy the music. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 10/31/24 Full Review Nicholas B Very entertaining. The whole movies kinda like this time capsule of culture back then. It's a really good movie, even if some sections get a little boring. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/10/23 Full Review Steve D Not even really a movie. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 06/06/23 Full Review Louisa E This was really cool. It has a real family viewing feel, and I think it would have been novel for the day. IMDB says it was a bit of a flop with audiences because so many musicals were coming out, and people were getting bored of them, but I think this one is special. There is no actual plot or acting, but the songs are great for the most part, and the cinematography and design are superb. It has terrific colour, inventive fades and camera angles, and innovative movie-making. The sets and costumes are elite.A few skits and songs fall flat or seem amateurish, but there is enough impressive stuff to keep you wowed. Some of the dancing was impressive. And the best bit? BING!!! I'm such a Bing Crosby fan. I loved his songs. I wish he hadn't been convicted for drink driving and kept his song of the dawn because he would have nailed that, even though the singer who took it from him did a good job. Did it deserve the Oscar Nom-Nom? Yes, and it earned its win too. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/08/23 Full Review Audience Member It's interesting to see this MTV style musical from 1930. The acts were very uneven, although one of the sketches in this revue is bound to appeal to all tastes. However, despite an attempt to hold it all together by Paul Whiteman, it doesn't work, and we are left with many individual musical presentations. While its contribution to history is great, its immediacy as a film falters, as evidenced by the poor box office and lack of public acclaim. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/16/23 Full Review Audience Member The best musical movie ever made! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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