This early example of the "backstage" musical genre tells the story of Kitty Darling, a fading burlesque star who tries to save her convent-educated daughter April from following in mom's footsteps.
Direction
Mamoulian invented the modern movie musical here.
Cinematography
Expressionist shadows in a sound film—unheard of.
Acting
Helen Morgan's breakdown will wreck you.
Director
Rouben Mamoulian
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