Vanita Smythe

Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as (archive footage)

Mantan Moreland hosts a series of filmed song, dance and band numbers by various artists, mostly released previously as individual "soundies".

Movie - 1947, 2h 15m • as Rusty

Old-time musical star Schyler Jarvis, now wealthy, is dying; his last act is a visionary plan for the future happiness of his son, swing bandleader Louis Jarvis, and Honey Carter, daughter of his long-lost love. But crooked lawyer Talbot has a nefarious scheme to get his hands on the Jarvis money...and it doesn't include any happiness for Louis and Honey. Plenty of swing from Louis Jordan's Tympany Five.

Movie - 1946, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

A Soundie with Vanita Smythe.

Movie - 1946, 2h 15m • as Vocalist

Vanita Smythe sings "Back Door Man."

Movie - 1946, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Soundie featuring Vanita Smythe performing "Low, Short, and Squatty."