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Episode 103 – The Duke Is Tops, part 1 (repeat)

Lena Horne made her film debut in this “race movie” as a singer with a chance at the big time, but only if her show producer boyfriend (Ralph Cooper) sacrifices their relationship. 1938. Part 1 of 2. First posted November 9, 2009.

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Associated links
Original Movie @ Internet Archive
Movie Info @ IMDB
Tyler Perry on 60 Minutes (article below video)
Important Films On Race @ Time
“Race films” @ Wikipedia
Ralph Cooper Obituary @ New York Times
Amateur Night at the Apollo

Duke (Ralph Cooper) and Ethel (Lena Horne) smile from the wings as they watch an act onstage.

Duke (Ralph Cooper) and Ethel (Lena Horne) smile from the wings as they watch an act onstage.

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