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The Long Night of Lady Day · 1984
The Long Night of Lady Day (1984) is a Documentary film directed by John Jeremy, starring Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae.
Documentary
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.
Cast
Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae, Leonard Feather, John Hammond, Alice Vrbsky, Norman Granz, Michele Wallace
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What is "The Long Night of Lady Day" about?
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.
When was "The Long Night of Lady Day" released?
The Long Night of Lady Day was released in 1984.
Who stars in "The Long Night of Lady Day"?
The cast includes Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae, Leonard Feather.
