Movie Description
The Long Night of Lady Day
(1984)Overview
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.
Featured Crew
- Director : John Jeremy
- Producer : Alan Yentob
- Writer : John Jeremy
- Editor : Gerry Pomeroy
- Cast : Billie Holiday,Artie Shaw,Carmen McRae,Leonard Feather,John Hammond,Alice Vrbsky,Norman Granz,Michele Wallace
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleThe Long Night of Lady Day
Status Released
Release Information
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1984-01-25
Original Language
Runtime 01h 30m
Production CompaniesBBC
Genres
- Documentary
