Lady Sings the Blues
1972
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.
Director:
Sidney J. Furie
Writers:
Chris Clark, Suzanne De Passe, William Dufty
Awards:
Nominated for 5 Oscars. 5 wins & 8 nominations total
Production:
Sidney J. Furie
Country:
United States
