The Matinee Idol

Comedy · 1928 · 56 minSubtitles IconTV-PG
A matinee idol famous for his black-face portrayals anonymously joins an amateur acting troupe and falls in love with the leading lady.

Cast

Bessie Love, Johnnie Walker, Ernest Hilliard, Lionel Belmore, David Mir

Director

Frank Capra

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Subtitles

English
TV-PG
This program contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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