The Duke is Tops
Lena Horne’s film debut is crammed with astonishing music and dance routines from almost-forgotten performers such as Rubberneck Holmes, Willie Covan, and the Basin Street Boys—not to mention Horne’s stunning performances. The “Duke” of the title is a show promoter who puts aside his own success to make sure that his star performer (Horne), has a shot at the Big Time.
