This isn't a great movie. The story isn't of any interest.
You do get to see Helen Morgan since one unremarkable song.
And you get to see Ruby Keeler do some unremarkable singing.
But the reason why this movie is worth watching - and it is very definitely worth watching - is that you get to see Al Jolson perform some of his greatest hits, like "At a Quarter to Nine." They give us some idea of the magnetism that made Jolson such a popular performer on Broadway.
So, do your best to wade through most of the movie. But when Jolson's on, stay riveted to your TV. It's worth it.
You do get to see Helen Morgan since one unremarkable song.
And you get to see Ruby Keeler do some unremarkable singing.
But the reason why this movie is worth watching - and it is very definitely worth watching - is that you get to see Al Jolson perform some of his greatest hits, like "At a Quarter to Nine." They give us some idea of the magnetism that made Jolson such a popular performer on Broadway.
So, do your best to wade through most of the movie. But when Jolson's on, stay riveted to your TV. It's worth it.