The read
It runs a compact 11m.
Synopsis
Young Cab Calloway's mother is concerned, because Cab spends his days listening to the radio, pretending to lead a miniature orchestra. A deacon passing by the apartment hears him singing and advises him go to his wife's gypsy tea room. As she reads the tea leaves, she sees situations which lead to Cab and his orchestra performing musical numbers.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Roy MackDirector
Cast
- Cab CallowayCab Calloway
- Jeni Le GonDeacon's Wife (uncredited)
Themes
jazz singer or musicianorchestra conductorswing music