Applause (1929)

She gave youth and beauty for Applause

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.

Genres: Music, Drama

Stars: Helen Morgan, Joan Peers, Fuller Mellish Jr., Jack Cameron, Henry Wadsworth

Release Date: 1929-10-07

Country: United States of America

Ratings: 6 / 10 (24 votes)

Runtime: 80 mins