1927: TALKIES: Marquee: 'See and Hear Al Jolson in The Jazz Singer' CLIP: Al Jolson (Asa Yoelson, 1885-1950) in blackfac

1927: TALKIES: Marquee: 'See and Hear Al Jolson in The Jazz Singer' CLIP: Al Jolson (Asa Yoelson, 1885-1950) in blackfac

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The transcript discusses the transition to sound movies, highlighting the significance of 'The Jazz Singer' and its star, Al Jolson, in this cinematic evolution.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the new era in movies that the actor was open to?

3D movies

Sound movies

Silent movies

Color movies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which film marked the actor's significant role in the new sound movie era?

Casablanca

The Jazz Singer

The Godfather

Gone with the Wind