The Duke Is Tops
Summary:
Also known as The Duke Is Tops, this is one of the best examples of the many all-black films made in the 1930s for what were then designated as "colored" theatres. Looking about 15 years old, Lena Horne plays the main attraction for the stage shows put on by a fellow named Duke (Ralph Cooper). When she gets a chance at a Broadway show, Lena swiftly severs all ties with Duke. But... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Ralph Cooper - (Duke Davis)
Lena Horne - (Ethel)
Lawrence Criner - (Doc Dorando)
Monte Hawley - (Marshall)
Vernon McCalla - (Mason)
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Review:
While it has some other, smaller assets, The Duke Is Tops is worth seeing primarily to witness Lena Horne's screen debut. Looking as if she were just barely old enough to be out alone at night, Horne lights up the screen in her several musical numbers. In her dialogue sequences, Horne comes across as slightly tentative; she hasn't reall... Continue >>
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