The Long Night of Lady Day

The Long Night of Lady Day

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  • 1984
  • 1 hr 30 min
  •  9  (1)
  •   Released

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.

The Long Night of Lady Day
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.
  • Release Date
    1984
  • Runtime
    1 hr 30 min
  • Language
    en
  • Rating
    9  (1)