Question 1

Why did Josephine Baker take a 10-year hiatus from film after this movie?

Accepted Answer

The outbreak of World War II and Baker's role as a spy for the French Resistance accounted for nearly half of the break.

Question 2

Where were parts of Princesse Tam-Tam shot on location?

Accepted Answer

Parts of the film were shot on location in Tunisia, including street scenes of Tunis and the Roman ruins of Dougga.

Question 3

Why did Princesse Tam-Tam fail to receive the PCA Seal of Approval?

Accepted Answer

The film failed to receive the Production Code Administration's Seal of Approval due to the insinuation of an interracial relationship.

Question 4

Which famous singing group performed in Princesse Tam-Tam?

Accepted Answer

The popular European singing group Comedian Harmonists performed during the large musical production toward the end of the film.

Question 5

On what commemorative stamp does a poster for Princesse Tam-Tam appear?

Accepted Answer

An advertising poster for this film is pictured on one stamp of a set of five 42¢ USA commemorative postage stamps honoring Vintage Black Cinema, issued 16 July 2008.

Princesse Tam-Tam

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