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You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story

2009·Movie
1h 10min
72
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Strong craft.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle3
  • Tension2

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

  • Nostalgia9
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

A real life story, history, and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing9
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

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From behind barbed wire to Broadway and Barney Miller... Jack Soo never gave up on his dreams.

The film tells actor Jack Soo's story through a montage of film and television clips, rare footage, interviews with family members, friends, co-workers, and others who knew him best. From his early appearances on programs such as The Jack Benny Show and Valentines' Day, Soo's life is examined both in the historical context of the times, and the grandeur of an earlier Hollywood where stars like Soo succeeded in a multitude of artistic mediums, reminiscent of vaudevillian times. From Soo's early training as an announcer and stand-up comic, to his singing, acting and dancing career on Broadway, culminating with his signature role as Detective Nick Yemana, Soo's unique talent and dedication to his craft are fully explored and captured through a dazzling kaleidoscope of images, music, montages, interviews and stories.
Biographical DocumentaryHollywood HistoryAsian American StoryShow Business LegacyClassic TV TributesArchival FootageCelebratory TributeNarrative MontageCultural SignificancePerformer's Journey

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Where can I stream You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story legally?

You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story?

1 h 10 min

You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story runs 1 h 10 min.

Is You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story?

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