Young Man with a Horn

Young Man with a Horn is a black-and-white 1950 musical drama screening as part of NOIR CITY: Philadelphia 2026. Michael Curtiz directs Kirk Douglas as Rick Martin, a gifted but self-destructive jazz cornetist whose ambition, pride, and drinking jeopardize both his career and his relationships. Doris Day plays the devoted singer whose love for Rick goes unreturned, while Lauren Bacall portrays the elusive woman he desires but cannot understand.

The film receives a richly atmospheric presentation, with jazz solos supplied by musical adviser Harry James and vocal performances by Doris Day. Inspired by Dorothy Baker’s novel about cornetist Bix Beiderbecke, the story also features supporting performances from Hoagy Carmichael, a former associate of Beiderbecke, and Juano Hernández as Rick’s mentor.

When: Sunday, November 15

Showtime: 11:30 AM

Run time: 112 minutes

Tickets: General admission $15.50; members $10.50; seniors age 62 and older $13.50; students with ID $13.50

Director: Michael Curtiz

Cast: Kirk Douglas, Doris Day, Lauren Bacall, Hoagy Carmichael, and Juano Hernández

Screenplay: Carl Foreman and Edmund H. North

Cinematography: Ted D. McCord

Music: Ray Heindorf

Studio: Warner Brothers

Presentation: DCP, black-and-white, 1.37:1 aspect ratio

Venue: Ambler Theater, 108 E Butler Ave, Ambler, PA 19002

Venue phone: 215-345-7855