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The Idolmaker is a 1980 musical drama starring Ray Sharkey, Peter Gallagher, Paul Land

, Tovah Feldshuh and Joe Pantoliano.
The film is based on the life of rock promoter and producer Bob Marucci, who discovered and promoted several rock 'n' roll stars including Frankie Avalon and Fabian. Bob Marucci served as a technical advisor for the production.
It was the directorial debut for Taylor Hackford (An Officer and a Gentleman, Blood In Blood Out, The Devil's Advocate, Ray) and written by Edward Di Lorenzo

(Miami Vice series). It was the Feature Film debut for Peter Gallagher, Joe Pantoliano and Paul Land.

Synopsis

Ray Sharkey plays Vincent Vacari, a songwriter/manager, driven by his desire to discover the next big act. After watching the band play at a local club, Vinnie approaches Tomaso DeLorusso (Paul Land), a popular and talented saxophone player, and convinces him to trade his instrument for a microphone. Following some months under Vinnie's guidance, "Tommy Dee" becomes a rock 'n' roll sensation.
   Following on from his success with Tommy Dee, Vinnie prepares another act in the form of Guido (Peter Gallagher), a local busboy. With even more gusto and singlemindedness, Vinnie embarks on a destructive journey to control every aspect of his new act's image.
   Despite Vinnie's obvious flair for idolmaking, his girlfriend Brenda (Tovah Feldshuh) is concerned that his obsession is destroying everyone around him, including himself.
   The film features an original music score by Jeff Barry and choreography by Deney Terrio.

Track Listing for the Soundtrack

Here Is My Love (Jesse Frederick)
Ooo-Wee Baby (Darlene Love)
Come And Get It (Nino Tempo)
Sweet Little Lover (Jesse Frederick)
I Can't Tell (Colleen Fitzpatrick)
However Dark The Night (Peter Gallagher)
Baby (Peter Gallagher)
I Know Where You're Going (Nino Tempo)
A Boy And A Girl (The Sweet Inspiration and The London Fog)
I Believe It Can Be Done (Ray Sharkey)
I Believe It Can Be Done Instrumental (Nino Tempo)

Awards and Nominations

Golden Globes 1980, USA

Award	Person
Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Musical/Comedy	Ray Sharkey
Nominated:
Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture in a Musical/Comedy	Howard W. Koch Jr., Gene Kirkwood

Cast and crew

Cast

Ray Sharkey: Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri

Peter Gallagher: Guido/Caesare

Tovah Feldshuh: Brenda Roberts

Joe Pantoliano: Gino "G.G." Pilato

Paul Land: Tommy Dee

Maureen McCormick: Ellen Fields

Olympia Dukakis: Mrs. Vacarri

John Aprea: Pani Vacarri

Steven Apostle Peck

: Frank Vacarri

Richard Bright: Uncle Tony

Deney Terrio: Jerry Martin

: Luchetti

: Jesse

: Ed Sharp

: Walt Bennett

: Carlo

Crew

Director: Taylor Hackford

Producer: Gene Kirkwood

Producer: Howard W. Koch Jr.

Associate Producer: R.J. Louis

Associate Producer: David Nichols

Screenwriter: Edward Di Lorenzo

Editor: Neil Travis

Cinematographer: Adam Holender

A.S.C

Original Music: Jeff Barry

Costume Designer: Rita Riggs

Art Director: David L. Snyder

Set Decorator: Barbara Krieger

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