The Jazz Singer (1980)
PG 19 Dec 1980 • Drama, Music, Romance • 1h 55m
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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Language:
English
Awards:
3 wins & 10 nominations
Country:
United States
Metacritic Score:
37
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Box Office Total:
$27,118,000