"Not your typical song and dance" 02 March 2008 History, Factual, Music 54 mins
Tells the story of Larry and Trudie Long, a popular Asian American nightclub act of the '40s and '50s, told through the eyes of their daughter, actress Jodi Long.
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Larry Long as Self
Trudie Kimiye Long as Self
Jodi Long as Self
David Henry Hwang as Self
Tzi Ma as Self
Christine Choy Director
Jodi Long Writer
Christine Choy Producer
Sally Nemeth Associate Producer
Douglas Cheek Editor
Canada 04 May 2023
United States 02 March 2008
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Bolt is the star of the biggest show in Hollywood. The only problem is, he thinks it's real. After he's accidentally shipped to New York City and separated from Penny, his beloved co-star and owner, Bolt must harness all his "super powers" to find a way home.
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