Life Is Real
One sheet This is an exceptionally rare original one sheet movie poster for the lost British musical film Life Is Real (also known and released in the UK as Kentucky Minstrels), produced in 1934.Historical Significance & Context The "Race Film" Market: While marketed heavily using typical American "race movie" promotional language ("Greatest Colored Picture in Screen History!"), this production was actually filmed in Britain.The Stars:Nina Mae McKinney: Famed as Hollywood's first Black studio star following her breakout performance in MGM's Hallelujah (1929). Blocked by institutional racism in America, she traveled to Europe during the 1930s to secure starring roles.Scott and Whaley: Consisting of Gordon Stretton (Scott) and Eddie Whaley, they were a highly popular African-American comedy duo who moved to Great Britain and became pioneers of British radio and variety theater. Debroy Somers and His Band: A prominent British dance orchestra of the era that provided the musical backing for the production.
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