It's A Real Prelude To Fame For Jeremy -- Jeremy Spenser, 12, new film star, has a "sword fight" at home with brother David 17. A film preview audience yesterday saw a London schoolboy give one of the most sensational performances over given by a child on the screen. The new ?100,000 British film, "Prelude to Fame,' is indeed a prelude to fame for twelve-year-old Jeremy Spenser, who plays the part of an Italian musical prodigy. His natural flair for music, ability as a conductor, striking personality and acting have already earned him several offers to star in films here and in Hollywood. May 03, 1950.