Louis Prima: The Wildest!

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Released Oct 22, 1999

1h 22m

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This lively documentary looks at the life of renowned pop/jazz performer Louis Prima. Revisiting Prima's Italian-American upbringing in New Orleans, the film follows the singer and trumpeter's musical career, which shifted from jazz and swing to more accessible pop. During each phase of Prima's decades-long artistic run, his music was defined by his boisterous persona, endearing him to a legion of fans. Among those interviewed are family members and a number of his musical peers.

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Look for my father, Jimmy Vincent, in this documentary of the King of the Swing. Be sure to watch the special features as well. Dad tells some great stories.

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This is a documentary of the Great Louis Prima! One of the greatest jazz musician/showmen of all time.Jump, jive & wail with The Wildest

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01/31/23

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Don McGlynn

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Sam Butera

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Woody Herman

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Gia Maione

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Keely Smith

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Director: Don McGlynn
Producer: Joe Lauro
Distributor: Historic Films
Production Co: Blue Sea Productions Inc., Historical Films Group
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 22, 1999, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 10, 2020
Runtime: 1h 22m

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