Synopsis
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.
Key facts
Original language
English
Production companies
de Passe Entertainment
Based on
Lady Sings the Blues
Setting
New York City
Filming locations
Los Angeles
Trailer
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Festival History
- BAFTA Awards 1974 generic
- Academy Awards 1973 academy_award
- Golden Globes (USA) 1973 generic
