The Long Night of Lady Day(1984)
The Long Night of Lady Day Synopsis
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.
The Long Night of Lady Day (1984) is a documentary film directed by John Jeremy, released on January 25, 1984 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae and Leonard Feather. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- John Jeremy
- Writers:
- John Jeremy
- Producers:
- Alan Yentob
- Production:
- BBC
- Status:
- Released
The Long Night of Lady Day Cast & Crew
Main cast
Billie Holiday
Artie Shaw
Carmen McRae
- Leonard Feather
Leonard Feather
- John Hammond
John Hammond
- Alice Vrbsky
Alice Vrbsky
- Norman Granz
Norman Granz
- Michele Wallace
Michele Wallace
as Self
Key crew
Directed by John Jeremy, written by John Jeremy, produced by Alan Yentob.
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The Long Night of Lady Day Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The Long Night of Lady Day – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Long Night of Lady Day online?
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Who stars in The Long Night of Lady Day?
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The main cast of The Long Night of Lady Day (1984) includes Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Carmen McRae, Leonard Feather and John Hammond. The film was directed by John Jeremy. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Long Night of Lady Day released?
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The Long Night of Lady Day was released on January 25, 1984 and runs for 1h 30m.
Is The Long Night of Lady Day worth watching?
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The Long Night of Lady Day (1984) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.