The Voice That Thrilled the World
Originally released in 1943. The Voice That Thrilled the World is a history/documentary film. directed by Jean Negulesco. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Art Gilmore, Sheldon Jett, and Harold Miller
Synopsis
This short traces the history of sound in the movies, beginning with French scientist Leon Scott's experiments in 1857. Featured are snippets from early sound pictures.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 16, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Art Gilmore
as Narrator (voice)
Sheldon Jett
as Audience Member (uncredited)
Harold Miller
as Audience Member (uncredited)
Edwin Tuttle
as Audience Member (uncredited)
Giovanni Martinelli
as Canio in 'Pagliacci' (segment 'Vesti la giubba') (archive footage)
George Arliss
as Self (segment 'Disraeli') (archive footage)
John Barrymore
as Self (segments 'Don Juan' & 'Richard III') (archive footage)
Eugenie Besserer
as Self (segment 'The Jazz Singer') (archive footage)
James Cagney
as Self (segment 'Yankee Doodle Dandy') (archive footage)
Jeanne Cagney
as Self (segment 'Yankee Doodle Dandy') (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Voice That Thrilled the World about?
This short traces the history of sound in the movies, beginning with French scientist Leon Scott's experiments in 1857. Featured are snippets from early sound pictures.
Who directed The Voice That Thrilled the World?
The Voice That Thrilled the World was directed by Jean Negulesco.
How long is The Voice That Thrilled the World?
The Voice That Thrilled the World has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was The Voice That Thrilled the World released?
The Voice That Thrilled the World was released on October 16, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Voice That Thrilled the World?
The main cast of The Voice That Thrilled the World includes Art Gilmore, Sheldon Jett, Harold Miller, Edwin Tuttle, Giovanni Martinelli.