Close Harmony
"YOU WILL ADORE THE FLAMING CARROLL GIRL AND HER JAZZ-MAD HERO "BUDDY""
Originally released in 1929. Close Harmony is a romance/music film. directed by A. Edward Sutherland. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles 'Buddy' Rogers, Nancy Carroll, and Harry Green
Synopsis
Marjorie, a song-and-dance girl in the stage show of a palatial movie theater, becomes interested in Al West, a warehouse clerk who has put together an unusual jazz band, and uses her influence to get him a place on one of the programs. Max Mindel, the house manager, has a yen for Marjorie and, discovering that she is in love with Al, gives the band notice and hires harmony singers Barney & Bey as a replacement. Marjorie makes up to both men and soon breaks up the team. Al learns of her scheme, however, and makes her confess to the singers. Barney and Bey make up, and Max gives Al and his band one more chance. Al is a sensation, and Max offers him a contract for $1,000 a week.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 12, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Close Harmony about?
Marjorie, a song-and-dance girl in the stage show of a palatial movie theater, becomes interested in Al West, a warehouse clerk who has put together an unusual jazz band, and uses her influence to ...
Who directed Close Harmony?
Close Harmony was directed by A. Edward Sutherland.
How long is Close Harmony?
Close Harmony has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was Close Harmony released?
Close Harmony was released on April 12, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Close Harmony?
The main cast of Close Harmony includes Charles 'Buddy' Rogers, Nancy Carroll, Harry Green, Jack Oakie, Richard 'Skeets' Gallagher.