Lady Sings the Blues is a 1972 American biographical musical drama film directed by Sidney J. Furie about jazz singer Billie Holiday, loosely based on her 1956 autobiography that, in turn, took its title from Holiday's song. It is produced by Motown Productions for Paramount Pictures. Diana Ross, in her feature film debut, portrays Holiday, alongside a cast that includes Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, James T. Callahan and Scatman Crothers. The film was nominated for five Academy Awards in 1973, including Best Actress for Diana Ross.
Lady Sings the Blues (1972)
Directed by Sidney J. Furie
Genres - Biography, Drama, Music, Romance |
Sub-Genres - African- Biographical Dramas, Biographical Film |
Release Date - Oct 12, 1972 |
Run Time - 144 min. |
Countries - United States of America |
MPAA Rating - R
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1930s, Adolph Caesar, Art/Music, Film Based On Literature, Nightclub Owner, Racist, True Stories
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Based On: Lady Sings the Blues
Filming Location: Los Angeles
Narrative Location: New York City
Subject: Billie Holiday, Biographical about singers
Filming Location: Los Angeles
Narrative Location: New York City
Subject: Billie Holiday, Biographical about singers
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