The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
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Queen Latifah
Bessie Smith
Mo'Nique
Ma Rainey
Mike Epps
Richard
Tika Sumpter
Lucille
Michael Kenneth Williams
Jack Gee
Charles S. Dutton
William 'Pa' Rainey
Bryan Greenberg
John Hammond
Oliver Platt
Carl Van Vechten
Khandi Alexander
Viola
Tory Kittles
Clarence
Director
Dee Rees
Screenplay
Bettina Gilois
Tagline
"Survival began with a song"
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Production
The Zanuck Company, Flavor Unit Entertainment, HBO Films
Where to Watch
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