Movie: Desi Arnaz and His Orchestra

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Desi Arnaz
Desi Arnaz

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    After a career on the stage and in movies, Desi Arnaz is introduced in this short as an orchestra leader.

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    1946-10-12

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    4.7

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    2.4 starts
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