1929
6.2 (23 votes)
1h 20m
Genres
Music
Drama
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
Applause
She gave youth and beauty for Applause
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: Rouben Mamoulian
Story: Beth Brown
Producer: Monta Bell, Jesse L. Lasky, Walter Wanger
Director of Photography: George J. Folsey
