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Bessie

2015-05-16 · 107 min · ★ 6.4

Drama · Music · TV Movie

The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.

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Directors
Dee Rees
Production companies
The Zanuck Company, Flavor Unit Entertainment, HBO Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Queen LatifahQueen LatifahBessie Smith
Mo'NiqueMo'NiqueMa Rainey
Mike EppsMike EppsRichard
Tika SumpterTika SumpterLucille
Michael Kenneth WilliamsMichael Kenneth WilliamsJack Gee
Charles S. DuttonCharles S. DuttonWilliam 'Pa' Rainey
Bryan GreenbergBryan GreenbergJohn Hammond
Oliver PlattOliver PlattCarl Van Vechten
Khandi AlexanderKhandi AlexanderViola
Tory KittlesTory KittlesClarence
Kamryn JohnsonYoung Bessie
Rikki McKinneyChorus Guy
Alan T. ColemanStagehand
Clay Chappell'81' Theatre Owner
Sharan C. MansfieldMiss Taylor
Neko ParhamNeko ParhamRehearsal Director
Onira TarésOnira TarésChorus Girl
Jhoni DavisJhoni DavisChorus Girl
Jim R. ColemanJim R. ColemanHost
Melissa YoungbloodTheatergoer

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