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The Idolmaker

The Idolmaker

Drama Music Romance
1980, Movie, 1h 57min
Based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marucci, who discovered, among others, Frankie Avalon and Fabian.
Director: Taylor Hackford
Cast: Ray Sharkey, Peter Gallagher

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Ray Sharkey
as Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri
Peter Gallagher
as Caesare
Joe Pantoliano
as Gino Pilato
Maureen McCormick
as Ellen Fields
Olympia Dukakis
as Mrs. Vacarri
Tovah Feldshuh
as Brenda Roberts
John Aprea
as Mario Vacarri
Richard Bright
as Uncle Tony

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