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![Applause](http://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w342/dhcVy77WKN0Mr9kCzRgwbbtkEd3.jpg)
Applause
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.
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Applause
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 7, 1929
Runtime
1h 20m
Genres
Music, Drama
User Score
60%
Original Title
Applause
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
Director
Rouben Mamoulian
Description
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.
Cast
Crew
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