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The Idolmaker

BBC One
on BBC One London

Drama starring
Ray Sharkey New York 1959: with limited outlets for his songs, songwriter
Vincent Vacarri recognises what the rock 'n' roll audience wants from a performer, and sets about moulding a young man into a singing sensation.
Director Taylor Hackford (1980, 15) .... * See Films: pages 56-59 ****

Contributors

Unknown:
Ray Sharkey
Songwriter:
Vincent Vacarri
Director:
Taylor Hackford
Vincent Vacarri:
Ray Sharkey
Brenda Roberts:
Tovah Feldshuh
Guido, Caesare:
Peter Gallagher
Tommy Dee:
Paul Land
Gino Pilato:
Joe Pantoliano
Mrs Vacarri:
Olympia Dukakis
Source: Radio Times

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