Billie
“She sang the truth, she paid the price”
6.8/ 10IMDb6.923
20201h 36m
Overview
‘Lady Day’ was one of the greatest jazz vocalists the world ever heard. In 1971, journalist Linda Lipnack Kuehl set out to write the definitive biography of Billie Holiday. Before her mysterious death in 1978, Lipnack Kuehl had taped over 200 hours of interviews. The tapes have never been heard. Now they form the basis of an atmospheric, multi-layered documentary that captures the many complex facets of a proud black woman, violent drug addict, loyal friend, vindictive lover and unforgettable singer of ‘God Bless The Child’, ‘Saddest Tale’ and the haunting ‘Strange Fruit’.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- James Erskine
- Writer
- James Erskine
- Producers
- Emma Cahusac, Victoria Gregory, Will Clarke, James Erskine, Mike Runagall
- Production
- Altitude Film Entertainment, New Black Films, REP Documentary, Concord Originals, BBC Music
Frequently asked questions
What is Billie rated?
Billie has an audience rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 23 votes.
Who directed Billie?
Billie was directed by James Erskine.
When was Billie released?
Billie was released in 2020.
