Paradise in Harlem (1939) Comedy, Drama, Musical
Between swing and blues musical numbers, the story of comedian Lem Anderson, whose long-awaited chance to act dramatically vanishes when he witnesses a mob killing and is forced to leave town. Lem becomes a wanderer, then an alcoholic. Finally a chance to play Othello draws him back to Harlem. Is it too late for Ned? Or too soon to suit Rough Jackson's mobsters? Melodramatic events lead to an unusual conclusion. Director: Joseph Seiden Writer: Frank H. Wilson Stars: Frank H. Wilson, Mamie Smith, Norman Astwood Genres: Comedy, Drama, Musical @CCC socials: https://www.facebook.com/CultCinemaClassics https://www.instagram.com/cultcinemaclassics https://www.twitch.tv/cultcinemaclassics
About Mamie Smith
Mamie Smith was an American vaudeville singer, dancer, pianist, and actress. As a vaudeville singer she performed in multiple styles, including jazz and blues. In 1920, she entered blues history as the first African American artist to make vocal blues recordings. Born : May 26, 1891 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Died : September 16, 1946 in New York City, New York.
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