Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's (2022)
An original documentary that deciphers in depth, like no other before, the ten most singular years of the life of Sammy Davis, Jr. the legendary performer of "Mr. Bojangles". From 1957 to 1968, he was both at the height of the star system and confronted with a violently racist and segregated America. The film addresses the main pillars of his career and his intimate life as he pursued his dream during this incredible decade.
Director: Aurore Aubin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: January 30, 2022
Cast
- May Britt - Self (archive footage)
- John F. Kennedy - Self (archive footage)
- Robert F. Kennedy - Self (archive footage)
- Martin Luther King Jr. - Self (archive footage)
- Dean Martin - Self (archive footage)
- Kim Novak - Self (archive footage)
- Frank Sinatra - Self (archive footage)
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Aurore Aubin
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's about?
- An original documentary that deciphers in depth, like no other before, the ten most singular years of the life of Sammy Davis, Jr. the legendary performer of "Mr. Bojangles". From 1957 to 1968, he was both at the height of the star system and confronted with a violently racist and segregated America. The film addresses the main pillars of his career and his intimate life as he pursued his dream during this incredible decade.
- Who directed Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's?
- Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's was directed by Aurore Aubin.
- Who stars in Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's?
- Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's stars May Britt, John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King Jr., Dean Martin, Kim Novak.
- How long is Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's?
- Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's?
- Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's is a Documentary film.