1 Movie Starring Catlin Adams

The Jazz Singer

The Jazz Singer

Basic Info:

Released Date:

1980-12-19

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA

Runtime:

115 min

Rated:

PG

IMDB Ratings:

5.7 (2819 Reviews)

Cast:

Writer:

Samson Raphaelson (play)

Herbert Baker (screenplay)

Stephen H. Foreman (adaptation)

Fullplot:

Neil Diamond stars in this motion picture as Yussel Rabinovitch, a young Jewish cantor who strives to make a career outside the synagogue in popular music as Jess Robin. Against the wishes of his rigid father and his loving wife, Yussel travels from New York City to Los Angeles to play his music. Swept up by the excitement, he meets a spunky manager who believes in his talent and shares his dream. He grows apart from his family, and becomes confused about what he should ultimately do with his life.

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