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Black and Tan

A soulful jazz musical short film poignantly captures the tragic tale of a musician's downfall into despondency.

In this fictional story, a struggling Duke Ellington and his band are boosted by a new opportunity when Fredi Washington, a talented dancer, joins them. However, despite Ellington's reservations about her health, Washington's determination to work leads to a dramatic and heartbreaking outcome on stage.

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Info about Black and Tan

Studio(s): RKO Radio Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Dec 08, 1929

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, Music, Short

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Preview Clip: Black and Tan (1929, Duke Ellington, Fredi Washington)

Preview Clip: Black and Tan (1929, Duke Ellington, Fredi Washington)