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Dons of Disco (2018): Cast & Plot

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Dons of Disco is a 2018 documentary directed by Jonathan Sutak, starring Den Harrow and Tom Hooker. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes.

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Dons of Disco (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
Jonathan Sutak
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Dons of Disco About?

The premise of Dons of Disco without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A lip-syncing controversy erupts when an American singer challenges the claim of an Italian male model as the "true" artist behind the 1980s Italo Disco star Den Harrow. The documentary explores the unusual circumstances surrounding Harrow's rise to fame and the battle for recognition that ensued, revealing the complexities of artistry, identity, and the music industry.

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Cast & crew

Dons of Disco Cast

Den Harrow leads the cast, with Tom Hooker. Directed by Jonathan Sutak.

Plot

Dons of Disco Plot Summary

What happens in Dons of Disco from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

During the 1980s, Den Harrow became a massive pop sensation in Italy, though his success was built on a complex deception. While Stefano Zandri served as the public face and dancer for the act, the actual vocals were provided behind the scenes by American musician Tom Hooker, alongside producers Roberto Turatti and Miki Chieregato. To maintain the illusion, the team even suppressed Tom Hooker’s solo career to ensure “Don’t Break My Heart” became a hit under the Den Harrow name.

Full summary

The whole story of Dons of Disco, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Dons of Disco?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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In which country did Den Harrow become a popular pop star in the 1980s?

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FAQ

Dons of Disco FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Dons of Disco, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dons of Disco?

Dons of Disco runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Dons of Disco released?

Dons of Disco was released on October 20, 2018.

Who directed Dons of Disco?

Dons of Disco was directed by Jonathan Sutak.

Who is in the cast of Dons of Disco?

Dons of Disco stars Den Harrow and Tom Hooker.

Does Dons of Disco have a post-credit scene?

No. Dons of Disco has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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