Big Boy Format:DVD An intriguing and artistic tale

An intriguing and artistic tale told in haunting tones

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In this acclaimed new documentary

Big Boy Format:DVD An intriguing and artistic taleWith charisma, outsized singing and a fast horse, Al Jolson rides home a winner in this opened up screen version of one of his biggest stage hits. The dynamic entertainer puts on blackface makeup to portray likable Gus, a stableman turned jockey who overcomes adversity and wins the Kentucky Derby after gamblers conspire to have him fired from his mount Big Boy. The role gave Jolson a chance to immerse himself in two of his great passions: the