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The Idol
Thomas, a young musician whose work is rejected, accidentally meets his idol Michel Dax. Together they decide to present the young man’s work as if it were acclamed musician’s. The album they produce becomes a success.
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Thomas, a young musician whose work is rejected, accidentally meets his idol Michel Dax. Together they decide to present the young man’s work as if it were acclamed musician’s. The album they produce becomes a success.
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Written By:Daniel Weisberg
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