Calling the Tune

Calling the Tune 1936 Directed by Reginald Denham , Thorold Dickinson

Calling the Tune offers a fascinating look at the fledgeling gramophone industry as it tries to solve the problems of reliable recording and production methods. 'I predict that the gramophone will be the democratic entertainment of the future' states unscrupulous record label boss Mr Gordon (Sam Livesey), who finally gets his comeuppance after one dirty trick too far against his rivals. If the film's love story is perfunctory, the real interest comes with watching performers of the day, from Henry Wood and his orchestra to George Robey and Charles 'the laughing policeman' Penrose laying down their recordings direct to record. And something very like a prototype laser disc makes a crucial appearance too.

Country United Kingdom

Production Country United Kingdom

Language English

Spoken Language English

Gneres Drama , Music

Production Companies Independent Film Producers (IFP) , Phoenix Films

Release Date 30 June 1936

80 mins