The Long Night of Lady Day
Original title: The Long Night of Lady Day
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9.0/10
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1/25/1984
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1h 30min
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Documentary
Synopsis
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.
Direction: John Jeremy
Screenwriter: John Jeremy
Producer: Alan Yentob
Cast
Billie Holiday
Artie Shaw
Carmen McRae
