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Expresso Bongo

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In the bustling London of the late 1950s, a nightclub manager named "Bongo" dreams of bringing his protégé, a young and talented singer named Bert, to fame. With his characteristic cunning and a touch of playfulness, "Bongo" juggles the demands of the music industry and the whims of his beloved pupil, who sometimes prefers to get lost in his own dreams.

One day, "Bongo's" life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a brilliant and charismatic young woman who quickly captures everyone's attention. Her name is "Penny," an aspiring singer who is grappling with her own challenges in the entertainment world. A love triangle forms and the tension rises as "Bongo" struggles between his ambition to launch Bert and his growing attraction to Penny.

As personal and professional conflicts intertwine, the film explores themes of loyalty, heartbreak, and the pressures of fame. With a touch of comedy and catchy music, the story unfolds through chaotic rehearsals, live performances, and the challenging pursuit of success. In its thrilling climax, all the characters must confront their dreams and decisions, discovering that sometimes the path to success is filled with unexpected twists. With a vibrant energy of the era, the film captivates the audience with its blend of romance, madness, and fascination with the world of entertainment.

Media type
Movie
Year
1959
Director
Val Guest
Writer
Wolf Mankowitz
Wolf Mankowitz
Julian More
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
6.20
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
40.00
Actors
Laurence Harvey
Sylvia Syms
Yolande Donlan
Cliff Richard
Meier Tzelniker
Ambrosine Phillpotts
Gilbert Harding
Hermione Baddeley
Eric Pohlmann
Reginald Beckwith
Wilfrid Lawson
Avis Bunnage
Susan Burnet
Susan Hampshire
Kenneth Griffith
Patrick Cargill
Lisa Peake
Esma Cannon
Barry Lowe
Davy Kaye
Timothy Bateson
Burt Kwouk
Jack McNaughton
Reg Thomason
Victor Harrington
Hank Marvin
Jet Harris
Gender
Comedy
Música
Country
United Kingdom
Producers
Val Guest
Original title
Expresso Bongo
Duration
111
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