Overview
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
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Kamryn Johnson
Young Bessie
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Rikki McKinney
Chorus Guy
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Alan T. Coleman
Stagehand
Tory Kittles
Clarence
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Clay Chappell
'81' Theatre Owner
Tika Sumpter
Lucille
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Sharan C. Mansfield
Miss Taylor
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Movie Info
Release Date
May 16, 2015
Runtime
1h 47m
Rating
R
Genres
Drama, Music, TV Movie
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