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Overview
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
Director
Dee Rees
Production
The Zanuck Company
Cast
Queen Latifah
Bessie Smith
K
Kamryn Johnson
Young Bessie
R
Rikki McKinney
Chorus Guy
A
Alan T. Coleman
Stagehand
Tory Kittles
Clarence
C
Clay Chappell
'81' Theatre Owner
Tika Sumpter
Lucille
S
Sharan C. Mansfield
Miss Taylor
Neko Parham
Rehearsal Director
Onira Tarés
Chorus Girl
