Question 1

Which real-life music manager is the film based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the career of Robert P. Marcucci, who discovered and managed Frankie Avalon and Fabian.

Question 2

How did Peter Gallagher's role in 'Grease' prepare him for this movie?

Accepted Answer

Gallager said his time as Danny Zuko in the stage production of 'Grease' was good preparation for all the singing and dancing he had to do.

Question 3

Which festival and award did 'The Idolmaker' participate in?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Chicago International Film Festival in 1980 and received a Golden Globes nomination in 1981.

Question 4

What was Ray Sharkey's first time singing on screen?

Accepted Answer

It was the first time Sharkey sang on the big screen; he performs the final song 'I Believe It Can Be Done.'

Question 5

Who plays the character based on Frankie Avalon?

Accepted Answer

Paul Land plays Tommy Del Russo aka Tommy Dee, based on Frankie Avalon.

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