Jolson Sings Again Page #4

I only wanted to thank you.

- For what?

- The things you said to my son today.

- A little brutal, wasn't I?

- But delightful.

You know, he's a very nice boy.

Of course, that's a father's opinion.

- You could be right.

- Thank you.

The only thing, he never learned how to live.

You know, there was a look in his eyes

when you spoke to him that way...

that I had never seen before.

To me, it was like the first step

when a baby learns to walk.

- Powerful baby, isn't he?

- Powerful.

And he'll go right on singing

when he shouldn't.

I'm afraid so.

You know, in his condition

that could be bad.

A baby doesn't walk in a day.

But the important thing, I have a feeling

he won't forget what you said.

In fact, if I know my boy,

he will have to see you again.

And if he does...

I do not think I'd mind that at all.

- And now?

- Delighted.

- Is there something wrong?

- Just getting back into my shoes.

Remarkable.

You know, Ellen is right,

and I am through arguing with you.

You're not going overseas again,

and that's all there is to it.

You hear me?

You don't know what a kick it was

to be singing again.

- Sure, I do...

- Listen, I found out something.

I have missed it every day since I quit.

I realise now, I've only been half alive.

All of a sudden I've got a terrific yen...

What do you say, Steve, what if

I want to get back on Broadway again?

- Do you think it is too late?

- What do you mean "too late"?

Don't kid me, pal.

Listen, the parade may pass some guys...

but anytime you want to get back

at the business...

- I wish I could believe it.

- You are crazy.

All right, see what you can dig up

for me, Steve.

A Broadway show, anything.

- Will you go to work on it?

- Sure.

- Right away?

- Yeah, right away.

But meanwhile, you got to promise me

you're not going overseas again.

Okay.

- Now we're getting someplace.

- All right.

I'll stay home, and make a little tour

of these GI hospitals around the country.

Now, wait. Ellen said to knock off everything

for at least six months.

- Ellen did.

- Yeah, Ellen did.

You know, Baby Face could be wrong

about something.

Baby face, you got the cutest little

Oh, you've got a pretty face

There's not another one

could take your place

Ah, baby face

My poor heart is jumping

You sure have started something

Ah, baby face

I'm up in heaven

when I'm in your fond embrace

I didn't need a shove

'Cause I just fell in love

With your pretty, ah, you baby face

Baby face

You got the cutest

Ah, you got a baby face

There is not another one

could take your place

Ah, baby face

My poor heart is jumping, you sure have

Ah, baby face

I'm up in heaven

when I'm in your fond embrace

You're like a breath of spring

When Jolie sings

about your baby face

I don't know why

I'd want to see anybody like you again...

but I couldn't wait to hit this place.

Now, isn't that daffy?

Haven't you been singing too much lately?

That's what I missed about you:

Nobody to boss me around

and give me the answers.

I am glad to see you.

In fact, I've been thinking about you.

And, now and then, this is really daffy...

I found myself thinking,

I could even get romantic about that pest.

You know how your mind

runs away with you at times.

Sure, mine does

with every other man I meet.

It is fun.

- But not exactly fun when I do it.

- Why not?

For instance,

if the gal happens to be young, like you...

I suddenly remember I am not so young.

I don't see what difference years make.

I knew a couple once, same age.

- It was terrible.

- It was?

Then I remember something else.

- I was married once.

- I know.

- I made an awful flop of it.

- Why?

It seems all I cared about was singing.

That didn't give marriage much of a chance.

You're afraid you might do

the same thing again?

- I guess I do not have to worry about that.

- No?

Because I walked out

on all the singing a long time ago.

But you still want to.

- Don't you?

- Yeah.

But the point is, the world

ain't exactly clamouring for me anymore.

Well, now, I am just sure

the world would again, if you wanted it to.

I like you.

And if it does, just see

that you get more out of life than singing.

I will try and remember that, baby,

if it ever happens.

I am afraid I would

need a little help, though.

I might have to ask somebody like you

where to start.

Now, if I am not around,

you just try relaxing.

Take off my shoes?

Anything you get fun out of,

you just go right ahead and do it.

Right now, it would be terrific fun

to kiss you.

Then I would.

What complications, Steve? What is it?

A lung was infected. They had to operate.

Cut out the bad spot.

Now, he's gonna be fine.

He's in good hands.

- Cantor? Hello?

- Yes, Steve.

Believe me, will you?

There is no sense

your making a trip out here.

I'll phone you again tomorrow. Goodbye.

The doc says you got a constitution

like an ox.

You're gonna mend so fast,

nobody will believe it.

Do you know something else?

He says you are as much all there today

as you ever were in your life.

- Hello, Ellen.

- Hello, Steve.

I thought you might be needing

some answers right now.

Just a good lung, baby. Got one of those?

You are breathing, honey.

Now, who would want a man

to do more than that?

I don't believe it. Let me talk to him.

He doesn't believe it.

Hello, Papa. You know this gal

gets her way about everything.

But yesterday, out of the hospital,

today married. Is this wise?

Never mind. It's lovely. Let me talk to her.

Here.

- Hello, Papa.

- Ellen.

It's really "Papa" now.

Yes, it's wonderful.

You should see this ring.

I got some orchids. If they were any bigger,

I couldn't see around them.

I must see both of you.

I am coming out there.

When?

After the high holidays, in two weeks.

Good. We'll have a nice place

waiting for you.

In fact, we are moving into a house today.

- You've got a house already?

- A beautiful one, out in the valley.

It's been rented up to a few months ago,

but we can get into it now.

It's Al's house.

- AI's house?

- Yes, the one Julie built.

Imagine looking for a place in these times.

And one sitting out there,

just as vacant and pretty as can be.

It doesn't make sense,

at least not in Arkansas.

You understand, don't you, Papa?

Yes. I think I do.

You get out here when you said,

in two weeks.

We'll be expecting you.

Yes. Goodbye.

Goodbye, Papa.

Let's get moving.

Now, isn't this a dill?

- Dill?

- Beautiful.

Don't you understand English?

I haven't had time to do much here.

But I'll get going in a couple of days.

First thing, we'll get a little fresh air.

A little dusting wouldn't do any harm.

Aren't you two in pretty poses?

How about getting

some of those bags upstairs?

Steve, you do it.

Mr. Jolson, you come over here

and sit down.

I've been hoping

somebody can play checkers here.

I can keep myself in pin money.

Al, honey...

it's cruel to bring you back to this house.

- No, baby.

- I know it is. I must be crazy.

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