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The Nat King Cole Musical Story

The Nat King Cole Musical Story

Swing and Roll with Nat King Cole

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Music

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This short film shows the musical career of Nat "King" Cole, shows the ups and downs of his career, his conquest of illness, how he switched from being the leader of a trio to a solo vocalist, and his growing popularity with the record-buying public. Numbers include: "Sweet Lorraine," "Route 66," "That's My Girl" and "Pretend."

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

18 mins

Rating

8/10

Release Date

02 December 1955

Country

United States of America

Cast

Nat King Cole

Nat King Cole

Nat King Cole

Jeff Chandler

Jeff Chandler

Narrator

Ray Walker

Ray Walker

Carlos Gástel

Richard Reeves

Richard Reeves

Night Club Owner

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