Bessie
<em>Bessie</em> is a biopic following the rise of blues legend Bessie Smith, showcasing her transformation from poverty to stardom as “The Empress of the Blues.” It investigates the tribulations of the career, familial, personal, and business aspects of her life.
Cast:
Queen Latifah
Michael K. Williams
Khandi Alexander
Mo’Nique
Director:
Dee Rees
Producer:
Richard D. Zanuck, Lili Fini Zanuck, Queen Latifah, Shakim Compere, Shelby Stone, Randi Michel
Written by:
Dee Rees, Christopher Cleveland, Bettina Giloi
Distributor:
HBO Films
Dee Rees
Producer:
Richard D. Zanuck, Lili Fini Zanuck, Queen Latifah, Shakim Compere, Shelby Stone, Randi Michel
Written by:
Dee Rees, Christopher Cleveland, Bettina Giloi
Distributor:
HBO Films