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The Outrageous Sophie Tucker (2015): Ratings & Plot

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The Outrageous Sophie Tucker is a 2015 documentary directed by William Gazecki. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes. Critics gave it 74% on Rotten Tomatoes and 59 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.

IMDb rating
7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes
74%
Metascore
59
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The Outrageous Sophie Tucker (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Director
William Gazecki
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
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The story

What Is The Outrageous Sophie Tucker About?

The premise of The Outrageous Sophie Tucker without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

This documentary explores the remarkable life of Sophie Tucker, a pioneering entertainer who defied convention and captivated audiences across multiple eras. From vaudeville stages to Broadway, radio, television, and Hollywood, Tucker’s bold and flamboyant performances broke barriers and influenced generations of performers. Her extraordinary talent and fearless persona paved the way for iconic artists like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Madonna.

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The Director of The Outrageous Sophie Tucker

Directed by William Gazecki.

From the director

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More films directed by William Gazecki, best-rated first: Crop Circles: Quest for Truth and Waco: The Rules of Engagement.

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Ratings

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Outrageous Sophie Tucker 74% on Rotten Tomatoes and 59 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.

Plot

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker Plot Summary

What happens in The Outrageous Sophie Tucker from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

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In the captivating documentary THE OUTRAGEOUS SOPHIE TUCKER, directed by the acclaimed Oscar-nominated filmmaker William Gazecki, the fascinating journey of one of the most influential vaudeville stars, Sophie Tucker, unfolds. The film delves into the turbulent yet glamorous early years of Tucker’s career, which coincided with the vibrant 1920s Flapper Era in the United States. Long before the likes of Mae West, Marilyn Monroe, Bette Midler, Madonna, and Lady Gaga captivated audiences, Tucker emerged as a trailblazer, showcasing an audacious, animated, and unmistakably bold style that left an indelible mark on the performing arts.

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The Outrageous Sophie Tucker FAQ: Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Outrageous Sophie Tucker, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Outrageous Sophie Tucker?

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was The Outrageous Sophie Tucker released?

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker was released on July 24, 2015.

Who directed The Outrageous Sophie Tucker?

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker was directed by William Gazecki.

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How is The Outrageous Sophie Tucker rated?

The Outrageous Sophie Tucker has 7.3/10 on IMDb, 74% on Rotten Tomatoes, 59 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.

Does The Outrageous Sophie Tucker have a post-credit scene?

No. The Outrageous Sophie Tucker has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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