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1927's The Jazz Singer

Like so many on AFIs top 100 list, this movie’s historical significance is the only reason it was selected. It’s the first film to use the vitaphone, which allowed Warner Bros. studio to record singing that was synchronized to the actor’s voice. “The Jazz Singer” is dubbed the first “talkie” but is essentially a silent film. I get its importance of utilizing the vitaphone, but if you’re going to sit through a silent movie, I recommend “Sunrise.” At least it has a storyline that translates some suspense and emotion. Oh well, one more marked off the list.