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The Jazz Singer

A Jewish singer from a traditional family navigates the tension between his passion for stardom and his family's cultural heritage.

A young Jewish cantor, Yussel Rabinovitch, dreams of a career in popular music as Jess Robin. Against his family's wishes, he leaves New York City for Los Angeles to pursue his passion, meeting a manager who believes in his talent.

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Info about The Jazz Singer

Studio(s): EMI Films, The Jerry Leider Company

Originally Released: United Kingdom, Jan 30, 1981

Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States

Box Office Gross: $27,118,000.00

Budget: $13,000,000.00

Genres:Drama, Music, Romance