The Long Night of Lady Day
The Long Night of Lady Day
This acclaimed documentary depicts the sad life of the greatest of all jazz singers, Billie Holiday, a life engraved with personal tragedy and ultimately shortened by drug abuse and alcoholism. Her story and career are portrayed through rare archival film and television appearances, memorable renditions of her greatest songs, and interviews with friends and colleagues.
Country: US, GB
Genre: Documentary
Release: 1984-01-25
Director: John Jeremy
Production: BBC
Cast: Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae, Leonard Feather, John Hammond
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