Mammy
Synopsis
Mammy features Al Jolson as the star of a travelling minstrel show, appearing in cities and towns across the U.S. Jolson falls in love with an actress in the troupe (Lois Moran), but she loves another (Lowell Sherman). Sherman is shot onstage as part of a comedy bit, and it is assumed that Jolson is guilty of putting the bullet in the gun.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Curtiz
- Screenplay & Story
- Irving Berlin, James Gleason, Joseph Jackson, Gordon Rigby
- Original Score
- Louis Silvers
- Original Title
- Mammy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Curtiz
Irving Berlin, James Gleason, Joseph Jackson, Gordon Rigby
Louis Silvers
Barney McGill
Owen Marks
Walter Morosco
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Curtiz
Director
Joseph Jackson
Writer
Gordon Rigby
Writer
Walter Morosco
Producer
Louis Silvers
Original Music Composer
Barney McGill
Director of Photography
Owen Marks
Editor
Orry-Kelly
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mammy
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What is Mammy about?
Mammy features Al Jolson as the star of a travelling minstrel show, appearing in cities and towns across the U.S. Jolson falls in love with an actress in the troupe (Lois Moran), but she loves another (Lowell Sherman). Sherman is shot onstage as part of a comedy bit, and it is assumed that Jolson is guilty of putting the bullet in the gun.
Who directed Mammy?
Mammy was directed by Michael Curtiz.
Who stars in Mammy?
The principal cast of Mammy includes Al Jolson, Louise Dresser, Lois Moran, Lowell Sherman, Hobart Bosworth.
When was Mammy released and how long is it?
Mammy was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Mammy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mammy was composed by Louis Silvers.