The Wizard of the Strings
Profiles Roy Smeck, a former vaudeville star known as "The Wizard of the Strings" because of his virtuoso talents on the guitar, banjo, ukelele and Hawaiian guitar, and who is shown to be still active, in his mid-80s, teaching students and giving occasional public performances.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1985 |
| Genre | Music, Documentary |
| Director | Peter Friedman |
| Runtime | 27 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.8/10 (4 votes) |
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The Wizard of the Strings is an acquired taste at 4.8/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1985. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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