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Lady Sings the Blues

Lady Sings the Blues

Diana Ross is Billie Holiday. Diana Ross sings Billie Holiday. And a superstar is born.

Released R 144 min 7/10 Votes: 4903
Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday. Her late childhood, stint as a prostitute, early tours, marriages and drug addiction are featured.
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  • The Chris Rock Show - A satirical look at race and culture in America through comedy and music.
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  • Chicago - A musical dealing with crime, romance, and the jazz era.
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Last updated: 2024-10-05 22:34:49

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Last updated: 2024-09-30 17:45:58

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  • A Raisin in the Sun - Centers on an African American family's dreams and struggles, paralleling themes in Porgy and Bess.
  • Fences - Examines race, family dynamics, and personal dreams through powerful storytelling.
  • The Color Purple - Addresses similar themes of resilience, cultural identity, and the struggles of African American women.
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  • The Help - Explores race relations and personal stories within a segregated society.
  • 24 Hour Party People - Similar exploration of culture and community through music and social dynamics.
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  • Moonlight - A coming-of-age story that deals with identity, love, and social challenges, reflecting similar themes.
  • Lady Sings the Blues - Another musical biography that explores the struggles of a famous African American singer.
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  • Cadillac Records - Focuses on the birth of Chess Records and blues music, similar to Bessie's musical backdrop.
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  • Selma - Highlights the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on issues of race and perseverance.
  • The Pianist - A story of survival and talent amid societal struggles, akin to Bessie's life.
  • A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood - Explores relationships and personal growth, drawing parallels to themes in Bessie's life.
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  • The Butler - Follows an African American man's experience through major historical events, touching on social issues.
  • Hidden Figures - Tells the story of strong African American women breaking barriers, resonating with Bessie's journey.
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  • The Color Purple - A story of struggle, resilience, and empowerment among African American women.
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  • The Wiz - Musical adaptation with strong African American themes and characters, akin to Bessie's rich musicality.
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  • Soul - Animated movie that explores the journey of music and the meaning of life, resonating with artists' struggle.
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  • West Side Story - A modern retelling of Romeo and Juliet, featuring a diverse cast and musical elements.
  • A Raisin in the Sun - Focuses on the African American experience and the pursuit of dreams amidst societal constraints.
  • The Color Purple - Explores themes of love, hardship, and resilience within the African American community.
  • Dreamgirls - Musical drama showcasing the rise of a female singing group with a focus on race and fame.
  • Lady Sings the Blues - Biopic about Billie Holiday, featuring music and struggles in the African American community.
  • Ma Rainey's Black Bottom - Set in the 1920s and explores themes of race, music, and exploitation.
  • The Bee Movie - Features conflicts related to relationships and societal norms, albeit in a comedic and animated setting.
  • Fame - Focuses on young artists in a performing arts school, exploring dreams and challenges.
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  • What's Love Got to Do with It - Biographical film about Tina Turner, showcasing personal struggles and triumphs.
  • Selma - Historical drama about the civil rights movement, highlighting societal challenges.
  • Sparkle - Centered on a girl group and their struggles with fame and family in an African American context.
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  • 12 Years a Slave - A historical drama about slavery, exploring deep societal issues and personal struggles.
  • The Five Heartbeats - Music-driven film about a fictional African American singing group and their challenges.
  • Soul Food - Explores family dynamics, love, and cultural themes within the African American community.
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  • The Wiz - An African American adaptation of The Wizard of Oz with a strong musical component.
  • Set It Off - Focuses on a group of friends who rob banks, highlighting themes of struggle and survival.
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  • The Fighting Temptations - Musical comedy-drama that explores themes of religion, friendship, and redemption.
  • The Great Debaters - Based on a true story, highlighting education and civil rights in the African American community.
  • Poetic Justice - Romantic drama that explores themes of love and poetry in the African American experience.
  • Love Jones - Romantic drama about relationships between African American artists and their struggles.
  • Barbershop - Comedy-drama set in a barbershop, highlighting community, culture, and relationships.
  • Malcolm X - Biographical depiction of the civil rights leader with strong historical and cultural themes.
  • The Carlyle - A musical drama about the lives of artists and their experiences within the entertainment industry.
  • Crazy Rich Asians - While different in cultural context, it shares themes of romance against societal expectations.
  • Hamilton - Musical exploring historical themes with a diverse cast and modern musical styles.
  • A Streetcar Named Desire - Classic drama focusing on complex relationships, desire, and societal expectations.
  • The Secret Life of Bees - Focuses on women’s empowerment and race relations in the 1960s.
  • Moonlight - Explores identity, love, and vulnerability, particularly in the African American experience.
  • If Beale Street Could Talk - A romantic drama that delves into love and systemic injustices in the African American community.
  • The Photograph - Romantic drama that intertwines love stories across generations, exploring relationships and heritage.
  • Black Is King - A visual album that celebrates Black culture and heritage through musical storytelling.

Last updated: 2024-09-28 07:52:54

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