A Song is Born

This film (drama)Also known asA Song Is Born，is aUSAProducerwomen sex，At1948Released in year 。The dialogue language isEnglish，Current Douban rating7.5(For reference only)。

This movie probably won't catch much attention, simply because of its age, 1948, which might lead many to overlook it. Don’t dismiss the film's title as cliché; for fans of jazz, this is a classic film. If you don’t believe it, just take a look at the cast list. A professor who compiles a music encyclopedia decides to visit folk musicians to collect real-life music materials and encounters a charming jazz singer wanting to break free from her gangster boyfriend, leading to a wonderful experience filled with music and love. A Song is Born, the 1948 remake of Ball of Fire, follows a similar story structure but is more pure and colorful. The film features many exceptional jazz songs, including DADDY-O sung by the lead actress Honey Swanson with her unique voice, as well as STEALIN' APPLES, FLYING HOME, I'M GETTIN' SENTIMENTAL OVER YOU, and MUSKRAT RAMBLE. These delightful melodies have been preserved as treasures in the movie. The film's vibrancy is also showcased through its powerful cast. Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Lionel Hampton, and Charlie Barnet, all iconic figures from the Big Band era, come together in this film. 1948 marked the gradual decline of swing jazz after the Big Band era, making such a gathering historically significant! Additionally, the legendary jazz figure Louis Armstrong plays himself in this film. His raspy, emotive voice is retained in its original form. From any perspective, this film is an absolute jazz classic that cannot be missed!