Lady Sings the Blues

Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.

Tagline

“Diana Ross is Billie Holiday. Diana Ross sings Billie Holiday. And a superstar is born.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Music

Director

Sidney J. Furie

Original Language

EN

What is Lady Sings the Blues about?

Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.

Who directed Lady Sings the Blues?

Lady Sings the Blues was directed by Sidney J. Furie.

When was Lady Sings the Blues released?

Lady Sings the Blues was released on October 12, 1972.

How long is Lady Sings the Blues?

Lady Sings the Blues has a runtime of 2h 24m.

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