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First, Cab Calloway stars in the musical-drama "Hi-De-Ho," as a bandleader finds his life turned upside-down after he gets thrust into a dispute between rival gangs. Ida James, Jeni Le Gon, and The Peters Sisters co-star. Then, a troubled theatrical rooming house serves as the backdrop for the terrific all-black musical revue "Boarding House Blues." Moms Mabley, Dusty Fletcher star; amongst the acts caught in performance are Lucky Millinder’s band, Bull Moose Jackson, Una Mae Carlisle, Stump and Stumpy, and many more. 162 min. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English; featurettes; "soundies" shorts.