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Sammy by Sammy: My Tale of the 60's

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.

Top Cast

  • May Britt

    May Britt

    Self (archive footage)

  • John F. Kennedy

    John F. Kennedy

    Self (archive footage)

  • Robert F. Kennedy

    Robert F. Kennedy

    Self (archive footage)

  • Martin Luther King Jr.

    Martin Luther King Jr.

    Self (archive footage)

  • Dean Martin

    Dean Martin

    Self (archive footage)

  • Kim Novak

    Kim Novak

    Self (archive footage)

  • Frank Sinatra

    Frank Sinatra

    Self (archive footage)

Overview

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.

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