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Rufus Jones for President
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Wikipedia article
'Rufus Jones for President' is a 1933 American Pre-Code satirical musical-comedy, clocking in at 21 minutes. The film was directed by Roy Mack, and starred Ethel Waters and Sammy Davis Jr., in his first onscreen appearance, as the title character.
The film's tone may appear racist to today's audiences. The film is considered an important musical short. This film is available on YouTube.
Synopsis
Rufus Jones, an African American child, is elected president of the United States in this short musical comedy, which features song and dance numbers by seven-year-old Sammy Davis Jr.
Home media
'Rufus Jones for President' was released on the six-disc 'Big Band, Jazz & Swing' set of short subjects by Warner Archive Collection.
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