American Pop
1 hr 37 min · 80/100
Showing at 1 theater in Portland
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Moreland Theater
6712 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR 97202, Portland, OR
About American Pop
This animated trek across the musical landscape of the 20th century begins with young immigrant Zalmie (Jeffrey Lippa) arriving in New York City. He's addicted to show business, but an accident ruins his voice. He marries a stripper (Lisa Jane Persky) and their son, Benny (Richard Singer), becomes a jazz pianist. Although Benny is killed in World War II, his son, Tony (Ron Thompson), goes on to great success as a songwriter during the '60s, as does Tony's son, Pete (also Thompson), in the '80s.
Cast & Crew
Ralph Bakshi, Ron Thompson, Mews Small, Jerry Holland, Lisa Jane Persky, Jeffrey Lippa, Roz Kelly, Frank DeKova, Elsa Raven, Ben Frommer, Amy Levitt, Leonard Stone, Eric Taslitz, Gene Borkan, Lynda Wiesmeier
Frequently asked questions
How long is American Pop?
American Pop is 1 hr 37 min long.
Who directed American Pop?
Ralph Bakshi
Who is Tony / Pete in American Pop?
Ron Thompson plays Tony / Pete in the film.
What is American Pop about?
This animated trek across the musical landscape of the 20th century begins with young immigrant Zalmie (Jeffrey Lippa) arriving in New York City. He's addicted to show business, but an accident ruins his voice. He marries a stripper (Lisa Jane Persky) and their son, Benny (Richard Singer), becomes a jazz pianist. Although Benny is killed in World War II, his son, Tony (Ron Thompson), goes on to great success as a songwriter during the '60s, as does Tony's son, Pete (also Thompson), in the '80s.