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.
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The Long Night of Lady Day
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 25, 1984
Runtime
1h 30m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
90%
Original Title
The Long Night of Lady Day
Production Companies
BBC
Director
John Jeremy
Description
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.
Cast
Crew
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