I wasn't sure, but I thought he probably was. If so, the amputation doomed him to a career as a researcher. He would know from this tender age that he'd never be considered for a field position. *sniffle*

The movie in question, "Deep in My Heart", is a bit turgid, but the "Jazzadadadoo" sequence is something all José Ferrer fans should see at least once. *boggles*