Rhythm and Blues Revue (1955)

Rhythm and Blues Revue is a plotless variety show, one of several compiled for theatrical exhibition from the made-for-television short films produced by Snader and Studio Telescriptions, with newly-filmed host segments by Willie Bryant. Originally 86 minutes, the "short" version available on public domain collections and websites is missing a reel

Directed by: Joseph Kohn

Cast: Lionel Hampton, Herb Jeffries, Count Basie, Florence Robinson, Amos Milburn, Sarah Vaughan, Big Joe Turner, Martha Davies, Little Buck, Nat King Cole, Cab Calloway, Willie Bryant

Genres: Documentary, Music, Musical

Rating: 6.8/10

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