The Idolmaker (1980)
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Based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marucci, who discovered, among others, Frankie Avalon and Fabian.
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... Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri
... Caesare
... Gino Pilato
... Tommy Dee
... Harmon
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Writer:
Edward di Lorenzo (Screenplay)
Release Date:
1980-11-14
Run Time:
117 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
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The Idolmaker
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The Idolmaker
Cast
... Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri
... Caesare
... Gino Pilato
... Tommy Dee
... Harmon
... Ellen Fields
... Mrs. Vacarri
... Jimmy Ryan
... Brenda Roberts
... Mario Vacarri
... Uncle Tony
... Sweet Inspirations
... Spectator (uncredited)
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... Director
... Screenplay
... Director of Photography
... Editor
... Editor
... Title Designer
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