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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.

Release DateJanuary 25, 1984
StatusReleased
Original TitleThe Long Night of Lady Day
Runtime1h 30min
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Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited Kingdom
Production CompaniesBBC