Summary
A silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his delusionally jealous screen partner are trying to make the difficult transition to talking pictures in 1920s Hollywood.
Festivals and awards
Academy Awards, USA 1953 - Oscar Nominee for Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Jean Hagen), Best Music, Scoring of a Musical Picture (Lennie Hayton) / BAFTA Awards 1953 - Nominee Best Film from any Source (USA). Golden Globes, USA 1953 - Winner Best Actor - Comedy or Musical (Donald O'Connor);