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Saturday Cinema: The Fabulous Dorseys

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

Starring Tommy Dorsey, Jimmy Dorsey
with Janet Blair, Paul Whiteman

The story of the Dorsey brothers, trombonist Tommy and saxophonist Jimmy, from their early days in a jazz band to their success as leaders of 'swing' in the 30s and 40s.
(This Week's Films: page 11)

Contributors

Director:
Alfred E. Green
Himself:
Tommy Dorsey
Himself:
Jimmy Dorsey
Jane Howard:
Janet Blair
Himself:
Paul Whiteman
Bob Burton:
William Lundigan
Mrs Dorsey:
Sara Allgood
Mr Dorsey:
Arthur Shields
Gorman:
James Flavin
Eddie:
William Bakewell
Foggy:
Dave Willock
Young Tommy:
Bobby Warde
Young Jimmy:
Buz Buckley
Young Jane:
Ann Carter
Source: Radio Times

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