Bessie
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2015-05-16 • 1h 47m
Survival began with a song
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
- Directors
- Dee Rees
- Editors
- Brian A. Kates
Bessie
Visit website2015-05-16 • 1h 47m
6.4/10 • 122
Survival began with a song
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
- Directors
- Dee Rees
- Editors
- Brian A. Kates
Top Billed Cast
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Queen Latifah
Bessie Smith
Kamryn Johnson
Young Bessie
Rikki McKinney
Chorus Guy
Alan T. Coleman
Stagehand
Tory Kittles
Clarence
Clay Chappell
'81' Theatre Owner
Tika Sumpter
Lucille
Sharan C. Mansfield
Miss Taylor
Neko Parham
Rehearsal Director
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