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The Idolmaker is a american film of genre Drama directed by Taylor Hackford released in USA on 14 november 1980 with Ray Sharkey
The Idolmaker (1980)
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Add to a movie listThe Idolmaker is a 1980 American musical drama starring Ray Sharkey, Peter Gallagher, Paul Land, Tovah Feldshuh and Joe Pantoliano.
The film is based on the life of rock promoter and manager Bob Marcucci, who discovered and promoted several rock 'n' roll stars including Frankie Avalon and Fabian. Bob Marucci served as a technical advisor for the production. It was directed by Taylor Hackford and written by Edward Di Lorenzo (Miami Vice series). It was the feature film debut for Peter Gallagher, Joe Pantoliano, and Paul Land.
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Ray Sharkey plays Vincent Vacari, a songwriter/manager, driven by his desire to discover the next big act. After watching a local band play, Vinnie approaches Tomaso DeLorusso (Paul Land), the popular and talented saxophone player, and convinces him to trade his instrument for a microphone. After some months under Vinnie's guidance, "Tommy Dee" becomes a rock 'n' roll sensation.Actors
Ray Sharkey
(Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri)
Peter Gallagher
(Caesare)
Joe Pantoliano
(Gino Pilato)
Tovah Feldshuh
(Brenda Roberts)
Deney Terrio
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