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Film · 1972 · 2h 24m

Lady Sings the Blues

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Synopsis

Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.

Details

Director
Sidney J. Furie
Release
October 12, 1972
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Network
Weston Productions
Runtime
2h 24m

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