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The Benny Goodman Story is a 1956 American musical biographical film starring Steve Allen and Donna Reed, written and directed by Valentine Davies, and released by Universal-International. The film was intended as a follow-up to Universal's 1954 hit The Glenn Miller Story, dramatizing a popular bandleader's life.
Mar 13, 2023 · The young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a Chicago music professor. He is advised by bandleader Kid Ory to play whichever kind of music he likes best, but to make a living, Benny begins by joining the Ben Pollack traveling band.
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The Benny Goodman Story: Directed by Valentine Davies. With Steve Allen, Donna Reed, Berta Gersten, Barry Truex. The young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a Chicago music professor.
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- Biography, Drama, Music
- Valentine Davies
- 1956-01-03
Film Details. Articles & Reviews. Notes. Brief Synopsis. The legendary band leader fights to make swing acceptable. Cast & Crew. Read More. Valentine Davies. Director. Steve Allen. Benny Goodman. Donna Reed. Alice Hammond. Berta Gersten. Dora Goodman. Barry Truex. Benny Goodman, age 14. Herbert Anderson. John Hammond. Film Details. Genre. Musical.
Mar 4, 2003 · Steve Allen, Donna Reed and Sammy Davis, Sr. star in this unforgettable tribute to Goodman and his music with performances by the original Benny Goodman Quartet (Gene Krupa, Teddy Wilson, Ben Pollack, Edward “Kid” Ory and Lionel Hampton) along with Harry James, Martha Tilton and Ziggy Elman.
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Young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a music professor. He is advised to play whichever kind of music he likes best, but to make a living, Benny begins by joining the Ben Pollack traveling band. Valentine Davies. Director, Screenplay. Reviews.
