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The Long Night of Lady Day

The Long Night of Lady Day

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Long Night of Lady Day
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1984-01-25
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
  • Rating: 9/10 (1 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: BBC
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.4336
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday

as

Artie Shaw

Artie Shaw

as

Carmen McRae

Carmen McRae

as

Leonard Feather

Leonard Feather

as

John Hammond

John Hammond

as

Alice Vrbsky

Alice Vrbsky

as

Norman Granz

Norman Granz

as

External Links

Keywords

jazzbiographyblues musicbillie holidayharlem, new york city

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Long Night of Lady Day?

The Long Night of Lady Day is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1984-01-25.

Who are the main actors in The Long Night of Lady Day?

The main cast includes Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae, Leonard Feather, John Hammond, .

Where can I watch The Long Night of Lady Day online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Long Night of Lady Day is available.

Is The Long Night of Lady Day based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Long Night of Lady Day?

The Long Night of Lady Day has an IMDb rating of 9/10 based on 1 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Long Night of Lady Day?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Long Night of Lady Day?

The soundtrack was composed by BBC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Long Night of Lady Day filmed?

The Long Night of Lady Day was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Long Night of Lady Day?

The total runtime of The Long Night of Lady Day is 90 minutes.

Is The Long Night of Lady Day suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Long Night of Lady Day?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Long Night of Lady Day.

Does The Long Night of Lady Day have a post-credit scene?

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