The Benny Goodman Story

The Benny Goodman Story

1956 · 116 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama, Music

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.

Directed by Valentine Davies · Written by Valentine Davies

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