What Price Jazz (1934)
In rhyme, a soapbox preacher, Mr. Blue Laws, enlists Mr. Public Opinion in the efforts of the Society for the Prevention of Jazz. Armed with an ax and a buckshot-shooting pistol, the two of them interrupt Ted Fiorito and his jazz orchestra (and showgirls). The lads head for the woods, where Ted convinces them to stand their ground. They're joined by their songstress who says it may be their last day on earth, so sing the blues for all they're worth. Then the dancers arrive to report they barely got away, and it's time for a final strut. Public Opinion brings a death sentence. Is there no appeal?
Director: Sam Baerwitz
Runtime: 17 min
Release Date: May 28, 1934
Cast
- Ted Fio Rito - Orchestra Leader
- George Irving - Mr. Public Opinion
- Nelson McDowell - Mr. Blue Laws
- Thelma White - Singer
- Shirley Ross - Singer
- Nina Mae McKinney - Dancer
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Sam Baerwitz
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is What Price Jazz about?
- In rhyme, a soapbox preacher, Mr. Blue Laws, enlists Mr. Public Opinion in the efforts of the Society for the Prevention of Jazz. Armed with an ax and a buckshot-shooting pistol, the two of them interrupt Ted Fiorito and his jazz orchestra (and showgirls). The lads head for the woods, where Ted convinces them to stand their ground. They're joined by their songstress who says it may be their last day on earth, so sing the blues for all they're worth. Then the dancers arrive to report they barely got away, and it's time for a final strut. Public Opinion brings a death sentence. Is there no appeal?
- Who directed What Price Jazz?
- What Price Jazz was directed by Sam Baerwitz.
- Who stars in What Price Jazz?
- What Price Jazz stars Ted Fio Rito, George Irving, Nelson McDowell, Thelma White, Shirley Ross, Nina Mae McKinney.
- How long is What Price Jazz?
- What Price Jazz has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).