“THE SINGING FOOL”
AL. JOLSON TALKIE FOR PLAZA The appearance of an A 1 Jolson “Talkie” picture is an event in the film world, so firmly did he establish himself in the hearts of American theai 0 - goers in his first effort, “The Jiuz Singer.” The world’s favourite entertainer, a title he earned on the stagt*, now applies equally to his screen appearances. “The Singing Fool,” in which Warner Brothers present the famous comedian is a sound picture with dialogue and singing sequences, and has been secured for an early showing in this city. It will be presented at the Plaza Theatre. The spectacular picture tells a story of the joys and heartaches of the people of the cabarets, introducing Jolson as proprietor and master of ceremonies of a hectic New York night club. The film reveals a new A 1 Jolson — an artist who lias become as much the master of the “talkies” as though it had always been his chosen medium — an actor who carries himself with the poise -of a veteran. - The Singing Fool” is a sensation.
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Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 648, 27 April 1929, Page 19
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