That's the Spirit (1933)
Overview
In this musical short, two night watchmen hear songs performed in a haunted pawn shop.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.679 |
Directed By
Roy Mack
TOP CAST
Noble Sissle
Himself (the Band Leader)
Cora La Redd
Singer / Dancer
F.E. Miller
Night Watchman
Mantan Moreland
Night Watchman
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