Bessie

Survival began with a song

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Release date: 2015

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Rating 6.7

(5k)
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1h 47m

Bessie
DramaMusicTV Movie

Overview

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

Where to Watch

via JustWatch

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Cast

Key Crew

SC

Shakim Compere

Executive Producer
RS

Ron Schmidt

Producer
DR

Dee Rees

Director
DR

Dee Rees

Story
DR

Dee Rees

Screenplay

Trailers & Clips

Bessie: Trailer (HBO Films)

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Bessie: Trailer (HBO Films)

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